Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 23.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 26% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $140 per month.
Per hour
$1.16
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$4.62
4 hours/day
Per month
$140
608 kWh
Per year
$1,686
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.31 | $70.22 | $843 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $4.62 | $140 | $1,686 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $9.24 | $281 | $3,373 |
Michigan 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 Michigan?
At Michigan's current average residential rate of 23.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $4.62 per day, $140 per month, or $1,686 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 26% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $140 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 23.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.