Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $173 per month.
Per hour
$1.42
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$5.68
4 hours/day
Per month
$173
608 kWh
Per year
$2,073
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.84 | $86.34 | $1,037 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $5.68 | $173 | $2,073 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $11.36 | $345 | $4,146 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $5.68 per day, $173 per month, or $2,073 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $173 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.