Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $15.87 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.52
3 hours/day
Per month
$15.87
91 kWh
Per year
$191
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.93 | $95.26 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.87 | $191 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.74 | $381 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a heat pump water heater in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.52 per day, $15.87 per month, or $191 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $15.87 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.