Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.19 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
0.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.19
1.4 kWh
Per year
$2.25
16 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.3¢ | 9.4¢ | $1.13 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 0.6¢ | $0.19 | $2.25 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 1.2¢ | $0.37 | $4.50 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 0.6¢ per day, $0.19 per month, or $2.25 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $0.19 per month here versus $0.25 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.