Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $86.34 per month.
Per hour
$0.71
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.84
4 hours/day
Per month
$86.34
608 kWh
Per year
$1,037
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.17 | $518 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.84 | $86.34 | $1,037 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.68 | $173 | $2,073 |
Arkansas 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 Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.84 per day, $86.34 per month, or $1,037 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $86.34 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.