What are the lights in a parking lot called?

The lights found in a parking lot are commonly called “parking lot light poles” or “LED light poles.” They also are sometimes mistakenly referred to as street lights, but that is not correct. Street lights cast a narrow beam of light to illuminate a narrow rectangular area such as street pavement, whereas parking lot lights cast a broader beam to light larger areas.

What type of light is best suited for outdoor parking?

For parking lots, LED area lights are the go-to option. While this has not always been the case, LEDs have dominated this use case due to their durability, and energy efficiency, and their incredibly effective at achieving desired brightness levels. The most significant advantage of LEDs is their lumen maintenance which means that even after many years, they will keep providing more than 90% of their original brightness.

How much does a parking lot light pole cost?

Price varies greatly depending upon the square footage of the lot and how well-lit the area needs to be (number of foot candles required). To properly light the average outdoor parking lot, the cost for this typically falls in the $3,000-$5,000 range which includes the light poles and LED lights for an average size parking lot. A larger parking lot could cost more, though we’ve found our customers generally get what they need in that cost range.

How tall is a parking lot light pole?

Parking lot LED light poles are most commonly 15-20 feet tall; this height is ideal for maximizing the light coverage of a larger area while minimizing the number of light poles. Poles 15 feet or less are not typically used as the number of light poles required to cover the area increases significantly, impacting the project’s cost.