Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $185 per month.
Per hour
$1.52
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$6.10
4 hours/day
Per month
$185
608 kWh
Per year
$2,227
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $3.05 | $92.72 | $1,113 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $6.10 | $185 | $2,227 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $12.20 | $371 | $4,453 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $6.10 per day, $185 per month, or $2,227 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $185 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.