Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $132 per month.
Per hour
$1.08
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$4.34
4 hours/day
Per month
$132
608 kWh
Per year
$1,584
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.17 | $65.97 | $792 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $4.34 | $132 | $1,584 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $8.68 | $264 | $3,168 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $4.34 per day, $132 per month, or $1,584 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $132 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.