Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Energy Cost Calculator

Traditional tungsten filament bulb. Being phased out due to extreme inefficiency.

Power Draw

60W

watts

Annual kWh

110

avg usage

Annual Cost

$14

avg national

CO₂/Year

0.08 tons

carbon impact

Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Cost Calculator

Customize usage and your state's electricity rate for accurate cost estimates.

Daily Cost

$0.04

Monthly Cost

$1.19

Annual Cost

$14

Lifetime Cost

$14

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ApplianceWattsAnnual kWhAnnual Cost
Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) (current)60W110$14
LED Light Bulb (60W equivalent)9W16$2
CFL Light Bulb (60W equivalent)13W24$3
Smart LED Bulb10W15$2

Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Cost Summary

Purchase Price (one-time)$1
Annual Energy Cost (at 13¢/kWh)$14
Lifespan 1 years
Lifetime Energy Cost (energy only)$14
Total Cost of Ownership (purchase + energy)$15

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