Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $101 per month.
Per hour
$0.41
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.31
8 hours/day
Per month
$101
730 kWh
Per year
$1,209
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.66 | $50.34 | $604 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.31 | $101 | $1,209 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.62 | $201 | $2,418 |
Kentucky vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a heat pump in Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.31 per day, $101 per month, or $1,209 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $101 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.