Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $147 per month.
Per hour
$1.21
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$4.84
4 hours/day
Per month
$147
608 kWh
Per year
$1,767
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.42 | $73.57 | $883 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $4.84 | $147 | $1,767 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $9.68 | $294 | $3,533 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $4.84 per day, $147 per month, or $1,767 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $147 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.