Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 23.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 26% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $169 per month.
Per hour
$0.69
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$5.54
8 hours/day
Per month
$169
730 kWh
Per year
$2,024
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.77 | $84.27 | $1,012 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $5.54 | $169 | $2,024 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $11.09 | $337 | $4,047 |
Michigan 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 Michigan?
At Michigan's current average residential rate of 23.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $5.54 per day, $169 per month, or $2,024 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 26% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $169 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 23.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.