Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.27 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
0.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.27
1.4 kWh
Per year
$3.19
16 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.4¢ | $0.13 | $1.59 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 0.9¢ | $0.27 | $3.19 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 1.7¢ | $0.53 | $6.37 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a led light bulb in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 0.9¢ per day, $0.27 per month, or $3.19 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.27 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.