Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $103 per month.
Per hour
$0.85
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.40
4 hours/day
Per month
$103
608 kWh
Per year
$1,241
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.68 | $621 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.40 | $103 | $1,241 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.80 | $207 | $2,482 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.40 per day, $103 per month, or $1,241 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $103 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.