Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.66 per month.
Per hour
0.4¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
2.2¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.66
1.4 kWh
Per year
$7.88
16 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 1.1¢ | $0.33 | $3.94 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.88 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.77 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 2.2¢ per day, $0.66 per month, or $7.88 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.66 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.