Cost to Run a Reptile Heat Lamp / Terrarium 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 (12 hours/day), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium here costs $8.97 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 50–250 W
Per day
$0.30
12 hours/day
Per month
$8.97
36 kWh
Per year
$108
438 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (6 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.49 | $53.87 |
| Typical (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.95 | $215 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $8.97 per month, or $108 per year.
Is running a reptile heat lamp / terrarium in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.97 per month here versus $6.86 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.