Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $102 per month.
Per hour
$0.83
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.34
4 hours/day
Per month
$102
608 kWh
Per year
$1,219
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.67 | $50.77 | $610 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.34 | $102 | $1,219 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.68 | $203 | $2,438 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.34 per day, $102 per month, or $1,219 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $102 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.