Cost to Run a Reptile Heat Lamp / Terrarium in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (12 hours/day), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium here costs $9.70 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 50–250 W
Per day
$0.32
12 hours/day
Per month
$9.70
36 kWh
Per year
$117
438 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (6 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.85 | $58.25 |
| Typical (12 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.70 | $117 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.41 | $233 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.70 per month, or $117 per year.
Is running a reptile heat lamp / terrarium in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.70 per month here versus $6.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.