Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $182 per month.
Per hour
$1.49
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$5.98
4 hours/day
Per month
$182
608 kWh
Per year
$2,183
7,300 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.99 | $90.90 | $1,091 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $5.98 | $182 | $2,183 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $11.96 | $364 | $4,365 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $5.98 per day, $182 per month, or $2,183 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $182 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.