CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) in Lakewood — $3/yr to Run (13.9¢/kWh)

Understanding CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) Energy Costs in Lakewood, CO

Lakewood is a mid-sized Colorado city where residential electricity rates from Xcel Energy are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) (13W) at Lakewood's rate of 13.9¢/kWh costs approximately $3 per year — $0 more than the national average of $3.

Lakewood rates are 7% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $0 per year to CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) operating costs. Over the appliance's 8-year lifespan, that's $2 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

With a cost of living index of 104, Lakewood is near the national median. The CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent)'s monthly cost of $0.28 represents a typical share of the average Lakewood electric bill of $128/month. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) can cut energy use by up to 5%, saving approximately $0 per year at Lakewood rates.

In Lakewood's warm climate (avg 76.7°F), HVAC-related appliances tend to run more frequently, compounding energy costs. A CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent) produces approximately 0.02 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Lakewood residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Lakewood.