Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $157 per month.
Per hour
$0.65
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$5.16
8 hours/day
Per month
$157
730 kWh
Per year
$1,883
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.58 | $78.43 | $942 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $5.16 | $157 | $1,883 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $10.32 | $314 | $3,767 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $5.16 per day, $157 per month, or $1,883 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $157 per month here versus $137 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.