Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $109 per month.
Per hour
$0.45
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.58
8 hours/day
Per month
$109
730 kWh
Per year
$1,305
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.36 | $653 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.58 | $109 | $1,305 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.15 | $217 | $2,610 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.58 per day, $109 per month, or $1,305 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $109 per month here versus $137 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.