Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $215 per month.
Per hour
$0.89
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$7.08
8 hours/day
Per month
$215
730 kWh
Per year
$2,584
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $3.54 | $108 | $1,292 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $7.08 | $215 | $2,584 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $14.16 | $430 | $5,168 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $7.08 per day, $215 per month, or $2,584 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $215 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.