Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $17.78 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.58
3 hours/day
Per month
$17.78
91 kWh
Per year
$214
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.89 | $107 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.78 | $214 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.57 | $427 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.78 per month, or $214 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.78 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.