Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) in Portland — $13/yr to Run (12.0¢/kWh)
Your incandescent light bulb (60w) in Portland costs about $1/month at 12.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Portland, OR Electricity Rate
12.0¢/kWh
Utility: Portland General Electric
-8% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.04
0.3 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$1.09
9 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$13
110 kWh/yr
Lifetime (1yr)
$13
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Portland
| Period | kWh | Portland Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.3 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $-0.00 |
| Weekly | 2.1 | $0.25 | $0.27 | $-0.02 |
| Monthly | 9.1 | $1.09 | $1.19 | $-0.09 |
| Quarterly | 27.4 | $3.28 | $3.56 | $-0.28 |
| Annual | 109.5 | $13.13 | $14.24 | $-1.11 |
Customize Your Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Portland.
Daily
$0.04
Monthly
$1.09
Annual
$13
1-Year
$13
Energy Saving Tips for Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) in Portland
- ✓Portland has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓Switch to LED immediately to save 85%
- ✓Each LED replacement saves $12/year
- ✓LED bulbs last 25x longer
Highest-Cost Appliances in Portland, OR
See which appliances cost the most to run at Portland's 12.0¢/kWh electricity rate.
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Electric Tankless Water Heater
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$788/yr
$65.65/mo
EV Charger (Level 2)
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$777/yr
$64.75/mo
Boiler (Electric)
HVAC · 6,000W
$647/yr
$53.96/mo
Electric Water Heater (Tank)
Water Heating · 4,500W
$591/yr
$49.23/mo
Water Heater (Tank Electric)
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$591/yr
$49.23/mo
Heat Pump
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$460/yr
$38.37/mo
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Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Energy Cost FAQ — Portland, OR
Understanding Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) Energy Costs in Portland, OR
In a major metro like Portland, electricity demand is high and rates reflect the cost of maintaining infrastructure for 0.7 million residents. Running a low-draw appliance like the Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) (60W) at Portland's rate of 12.0¢/kWh costs approximately $13 per year — $1 less than the national average of $14.
Rates in Portland are close to the national average, so the Incandescent Light Bulb (60W)'s annual cost of $13 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 1-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $13.
With a cost of living index of 106, Portland is near the national median. The Incandescent Light Bulb (60W)'s monthly cost of $1.09 represents a typical share of the average Portland electric bill of $133/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Portland's moderate climate (avg 56.4°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Incandescent Light Bulb (60W) produces approximately 0.08 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Portland residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Portland.
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