Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $14.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.46
3 hours/day
Per month
$14.04
91 kWh
Per year
$169
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.02 | $84.31 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.04 | $169 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $28.09 | $337 |
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 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.04 per month, or $169 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $14.04 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.