Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $83.90 per month.
Per hour
$0.69
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.76
4 hours/day
Per month
$83.90
608 kWh
Per year
$1,007
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.38 | $41.95 | $504 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.76 | $83.90 | $1,007 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.52 | $168 | $2,015 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.76 per day, $83.90 per month, or $1,007 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $83.90 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.