Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $112 per month.
Per hour
$0.93
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.70
4 hours/day
Per month
$112
608 kWh
Per year
$1,351
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.85 | $56.24 | $675 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.70 | $112 | $1,351 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $7.40 | $225 | $2,701 |
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 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.70 per day, $112 per month, or $1,351 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $112 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.