Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $11.67 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.38
3 hours/day
Per month
$11.67
91 kWh
Per year
$140
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.84 | $70.08 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.67 | $140 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $0.77 | $23.35 | $280 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.38 per day, $11.67 per month, or $140 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $11.67 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.