Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 22¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 20% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $161 per month.
Per hour
$0.66
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$5.28
8 hours/day
Per month
$161
730 kWh
Per year
$1,927
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.64 | $80.26 | $964 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $5.28 | $161 | $1,927 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $10.56 | $321 | $3,854 |
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 22¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $5.28 per day, $161 per month, or $1,927 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 20% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $161 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 22¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.