Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $118 per month.
Per hour
$0.97
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.88
4 hours/day
Per month
$118
608 kWh
Per year
$1,416
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.94 | $58.98 | $708 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.88 | $118 | $1,416 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $7.76 | $236 | $2,832 |
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 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.88 per day, $118 per month, or $1,416 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $118 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.