Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $144 per month.
Per hour
$0.59
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$4.73
8 hours/day
Per month
$144
730 kWh
Per year
$1,726
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.36 | $71.87 | $863 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $4.73 | $144 | $1,726 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $9.46 | $287 | $3,451 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $4.73 per day, $144 per month, or $1,726 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $144 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.