Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 0% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $114 per month.
Per hour
$0.94
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.76
4 hours/day
Per month
$114
608 kWh
Per year
$1,372
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.88 | $57.15 | $686 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.76 | $114 | $1,372 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $7.52 | $229 | $2,745 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.76 per day, $114 per month, or $1,372 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $114 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.