Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $99.23 per month.
Per hour
$0.41
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.26
8 hours/day
Per month
$99.23
730 kWh
Per year
$1,191
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.63 | $49.61 | $596 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.26 | $99.23 | $1,191 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.53 | $198 | $2,383 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.26 per day, $99.23 per month, or $1,191 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $99.23 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.