Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $93.63 per month.
Per hour
$0.77
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.08
4 hours/day
Per month
$93.63
608 kWh
Per year
$1,124
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.54 | $46.82 | $562 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.08 | $93.63 | $1,124 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.16 | $187 | $2,248 |
Florida 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 Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.08 per day, $93.63 per month, or $1,124 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $93.63 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.