Cost to Run a Reptile Heat Lamp / Terrarium in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (12 hours/day), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium here costs $6.35 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 50–250 W
Per day
$0.21
12 hours/day
Per month
$6.35
36 kWh
Per year
$76.21
438 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (6 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.17 | $38.11 |
| Typical (12 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.35 | $76.21 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.70 | $152 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a reptile heat lamp / terrarium with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.35 per month, or $76.21 per year.
Is running a reptile heat lamp / terrarium in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $6.35 per month here versus $6.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.