Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $99.71 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.28
4 hours/day
Per month
$99.71
608 kWh
Per year
$1,197
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.64 | $49.86 | $599 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.28 | $99.71 | $1,197 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.56 | $199 | $2,394 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pool heater (heat pump) in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.28 per day, $99.71 per month, or $1,197 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $99.71 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.