Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.29 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
1.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.29
1.4 kWh
Per year
$3.51
16 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.5¢ | $0.15 | $1.76 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.29 | $3.51 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.03 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 1.0¢ per day, $0.29 per month, or $3.51 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.29 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.