Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $90.59 per month.
Per hour
$0.74
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.98
4 hours/day
Per month
$90.59
608 kWh
Per year
$1,088
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.49 | $45.30 | $544 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.98 | $90.59 | $1,088 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.96 | $181 | $2,175 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.98 per day, $90.59 per month, or $1,088 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $90.59 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.