Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $119 per month.
Per hour
$0.98
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.90
4 hours/day
Per month
$119
608 kWh
Per year
$1,424
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.95 | $59.28 | $712 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.90 | $119 | $1,424 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $7.80 | $237 | $2,847 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.90 per day, $119 per month, or $1,424 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $119 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.