Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $92.66 per month.
Per hour
$0.38
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.05
8 hours/day
Per month
$92.66
730 kWh
Per year
$1,113
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.52 | $46.33 | $556 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.05 | $92.66 | $1,113 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.10 | $185 | $2,225 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.05 per day, $92.66 per month, or $1,113 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $92.66 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.