Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.44 per month.
Per hour
0.3¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
1.5¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.44
1.4 kWh
Per year
$5.32
16 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.7¢ | $0.22 | $2.66 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 1.5¢ | $0.44 | $5.32 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 2.9¢ | $0.89 | $10.64 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 1.5¢ per day, $0.44 per month, or $5.32 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.44 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.