Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $12.40 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.41
3 hours/day
Per month
$12.40
91 kWh
Per year
$149
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.20 | $74.46 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.41 | $12.40 | $149 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.81 | $298 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.40 per month, or $149 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $12.40 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.