Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $91.81 per month.
Per hour
$0.76
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.02
4 hours/day
Per month
$91.81
608 kWh
Per year
$1,102
7,300 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.51 | $45.90 | $551 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.02 | $91.81 | $1,102 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.04 | $184 | $2,205 |
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 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.02 per day, $91.81 per month, or $1,102 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 18% below the U.S. average: $91.81 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.