Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $16.05 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.53
3 hours/day
Per month
$16.05
91 kWh
Per year
$193
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $8.03 | $96.36 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.05 | $193 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.06 | $32.10 | $385 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.53 per day, $16.05 per month, or $193 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $16.05 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.