Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $19.79 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.65
3 hours/day
Per month
$19.79
91 kWh
Per year
$238
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $9.90 | $119 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.79 | $238 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.30 | $39.58 | $475 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.65 per day, $19.79 per month, or $238 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $19.79 per month here versus $16.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.