Cost to Run a Reptile Heat Lamp / Terrarium in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (12 hours/day), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium here costs $5.84 per month.
Per hour
1.6¢
at 50–250 W
Per day
$0.19
12 hours/day
Per month
$5.84
36 kWh
Per year
$70.08
438 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (6 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.92 | $35.04 |
| Typical (12 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.84 | $70.08 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.67 | $140 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a reptile heat lamp / terrarium in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.84 per month, or $70.08 per year.
Is running a reptile heat lamp / terrarium in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $5.84 per month here versus $6.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.