Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $85.73 per month.
Per hour
$0.70
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.82
4 hours/day
Per month
$85.73
608 kWh
Per year
$1,029
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.41 | $42.86 | $515 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.82 | $85.73 | $1,029 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.64 | $171 | $2,059 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.82 per day, $85.73 per month, or $1,029 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $85.73 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.