Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $99.10 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.26
4 hours/day
Per month
$99.10
608 kWh
Per year
$1,190
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.63 | $49.55 | $595 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.26 | $99.10 | $1,190 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.52 | $198 | $2,380 |
Georgia 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 Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.26 per day, $99.10 per month, or $1,190 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $99.10 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.