Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $80.86 per month.
Per hour
$0.67
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.66
4 hours/day
Per month
$80.86
608 kWh
Per year
$971
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.33 | $40.43 | $485 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.66 | $80.86 | $971 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.32 | $162 | $1,942 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.66 per day, $80.86 per month, or $971 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $80.86 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.