Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $104 per month.
Per hour
$0.43
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.41
8 hours/day
Per month
$104
730 kWh
Per year
$1,244
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.80 | $622 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.41 | $104 | $1,244 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.82 | $207 | $2,488 |
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 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.41 per day, $104 per month, or $1,244 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $104 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.