Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $99.10 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.26
4 hours/day
Per month
$99.10
608 kWh
Per year
$1,190
7,300 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.63 | $49.55 | $595 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.26 | $99.10 | $1,190 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.52 | $198 | $2,380 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.26 per day, $99.10 per month, or $1,190 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $99.10 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.