Cost to Run a Heat Pump in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $199 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$6.55
8 hours/day
Per month
$199
730 kWh
Per year
$2,391
8,760 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $3.28 | $99.59 | $1,196 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $6.55 | $199 | $2,391 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $13.10 | $398 | $4,783 |
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 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $6.55 per day, $199 per month, or $2,391 per year.
Is running a heat pump in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $199 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.