Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $174 per month.
Per hour
$0.71
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$5.71
8 hours/day
Per month
$174
730 kWh
Per year
$2,085
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.86 | $86.82 | $1,042 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $5.71 | $174 | $2,085 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $11.42 | $347 | $4,170 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $5.71 per day, $174 per month, or $2,085 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $174 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.