Cost to Run a LED Light Bulb in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a led light bulb here costs $0.34 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 5–15 W
Per day
1.1¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$0.34
1.4 kWh
Per year
$4.04
16 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 0.6¢ | $0.17 | $2.02 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 1.1¢ | $0.34 | $4.04 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.67 | $8.08 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a led light bulb with typical usage costs about 1.1¢ per day, $0.34 per month, or $4.04 per year.
Is running a led light bulb in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.34 per month here versus $0.26 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.