Cost to Run a Heat Pump in Wyoming
Wyoming's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 14th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $107 per month.
Per hour
$0.44
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.53
8 hours/day
Per month
$107
730 kWh
Per year
$1,288
8,760 kWh
By usage level in Wyoming
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.76 | $53.63 | $644 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.53 | $107 | $1,288 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.06 | $215 | $2,575 |
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 14.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.53 per day, $107 per month, or $1,288 per year.
Is running a heat pump in Wyoming more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Wyoming's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $107 per month here versus $137 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wyoming right now?
Wyoming residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 14th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.