Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $131 per month.
Per hour
$1.08
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$4.32
4 hours/day
Per month
$131
608 kWh
Per year
$1,577
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.16 | $65.66 | $788 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $4.32 | $131 | $1,577 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $8.64 | $263 | $3,154 |
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 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $4.32 per day, $131 per month, or $1,577 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $131 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.