Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $196 per month.
Per hour
$1.61
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$6.44
4 hours/day
Per month
$196
608 kWh
Per year
$2,351
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $3.22 | $97.89 | $1,175 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $6.44 | $196 | $2,351 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $12.88 | $392 | $4,701 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $6.44 per day, $196 per month, or $2,351 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $196 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.