Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.18 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
0.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.18
1.4 kWh
Per year
$2.18
16 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.3¢ | 9.1¢ | $1.09 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 0.6¢ | $0.18 | $2.18 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 1.2¢ | $0.36 | $4.37 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 0.6¢ per day, $0.18 per month, or $2.18 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $0.18 per month here versus $0.26 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.