Cost to Run a Heat Pump in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $115 per month.
Per hour
$0.47
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.79
8 hours/day
Per month
$115
730 kWh
Per year
$1,384
8,760 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.90 | $57.64 | $692 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.79 | $115 | $1,384 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.58 | $231 | $2,768 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.79 per day, $115 per month, or $1,384 per year.
Is running a heat pump in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $115 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.