Cost to Run a Heat Pump in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $194 per month.
Per hour
$0.80
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$6.38
8 hours/day
Per month
$194
730 kWh
Per year
$2,330
8,760 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $3.19 | $97.04 | $1,165 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $6.38 | $194 | $2,330 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $12.77 | $388 | $4,660 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $6.38 per day, $194 per month, or $2,330 per year.
Is running a heat pump in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $194 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.