Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $106 per month.
Per hour
$0.43
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.48
8 hours/day
Per month
$106
730 kWh
Per year
$1,270
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.90 | $635 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.48 | $106 | $1,270 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.96 | $212 | $2,540 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.48 per day, $106 per month, or $1,270 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: $106 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.