Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $93.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.38
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.07
8 hours/day
Per month
$93.39
730 kWh
Per year
$1,121
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.54 | $46.69 | $561 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.07 | $93.39 | $1,121 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.14 | $187 | $2,243 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.07 per day, $93.39 per month, or $1,121 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $93.39 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.