Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $102 per month.
Per hour
$0.42
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.36
8 hours/day
Per month
$102
730 kWh
Per year
$1,226
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.68 | $51.07 | $613 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.36 | $102 | $1,226 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.72 | $204 | $2,453 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.36 per day, $102 per month, or $1,226 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $102 per month here versus $137 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.