Cost to Run a Heat Pump Water Heater in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 hours/day), a heat pump water heater here costs $17.97 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 400–1,500 W
Per day
$0.59
3 hours/day
Per month
$17.97
91 kWh
Per year
$216
1,095 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.5 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.98 | $108 |
| Typical (3 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.97 | $216 |
| Heavy (6 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.93 | $431 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump water heater with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.97 per month, or $216 per year.
Is running a heat pump water heater in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.97 per month here versus $16.78 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.