Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $85.12 per month.
Per hour
$0.70
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.80
4 hours/day
Per month
$85.12
608 kWh
Per year
$1,022
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.40 | $42.56 | $511 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.80 | $85.12 | $1,022 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.60 | $170 | $2,044 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.80 per day, $85.12 per month, or $1,022 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $85.12 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.