Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $77.22 per month.
Per hour
$0.64
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.54
4 hours/day
Per month
$77.22
608 kWh
Per year
$927
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.27 | $38.61 | $464 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.54 | $77.22 | $927 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.08 | $154 | $1,854 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.54 per day, $77.22 per month, or $927 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $77.22 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.