How many watts do holiday lights use? (LED vs. incandescent, 2026)

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How many watts do holiday lights use? (LED vs. incandescent, 2026)

LED holiday lights use 5–10 watts per 100-bulb string. Incandescent strings use ~40 watts. Here's the full breakdown by light type, plus how to calculate your December electric bill impact.
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