Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $139 per month.
Per hour
$0.57
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$4.58
8 hours/day
Per month
$139
730 kWh
Per year
$1,673
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $2.29 | $69.68 | $837 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $4.58 | $139 | $1,673 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $9.17 | $279 | $3,346 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $4.58 per day, $139 per month, or $1,673 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $139 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.