Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $98.50 per month.
Per hour
$0.81
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.24
4 hours/day
Per month
$98.50
608 kWh
Per year
$1,183
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.62 | $49.25 | $591 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.24 | $98.50 | $1,183 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.48 | $197 | $2,365 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.24 per day, $98.50 per month, or $1,183 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $98.50 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.