Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Wyoming
Wyoming's average residential electricity rate is 14.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 14th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $108 per month.
Per hour
$0.44
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.55
8 hours/day
Per month
$108
730 kWh
Per year
$1,296
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Wyoming
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.78 | $53.99 | $648 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.55 | $108 | $1,296 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.10 | $216 | $2,593 |
Wyoming 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 Wyoming?
At Wyoming's current average residential rate of 14.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.55 per day, $108 per month, or $1,296 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Wyoming more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Wyoming's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $108 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wyoming right now?
Wyoming residents pay an average of 14.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 14th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.