Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $25.81 per month.
Per hour
$0.28
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.85
3 hours/day
Per month
$25.81
91 kWh
Per year
$310
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.90 | $155 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.81 | $310 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.62 | $620 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.85 per day, $25.81 per month, or $310 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $25.81 per month here versus $17.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.