Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $14.87 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.49
3 hours/day
Per month
$14.87
91 kWh
Per year
$178
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.43 | $89.24 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.87 | $178 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.73 | $357 |
Georgia 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 Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.87 per month, or $178 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $14.87 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.