Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $179 per month.
Per hour
$1.47
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$5.90
4 hours/day
Per month
$179
608 kWh
Per year
$2,154
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.95 | $89.68 | $1,077 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $5.90 | $179 | $2,154 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $11.80 | $359 | $4,307 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $5.90 per day, $179 per month, or $2,154 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $179 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.