Cost to Run a Heat Pump in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $198 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$6.53
8 hours/day
Per month
$198
730 kWh
Per year
$2,383
8,760 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $3.26 | $99.23 | $1,191 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $6.53 | $198 | $2,383 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $13.06 | $397 | $4,765 |
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 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $6.53 per day, $198 per month, or $2,383 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 $198 per month here versus $137 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.