Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $96.67 per month.
Per hour
$0.80
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.18
4 hours/day
Per month
$96.67
608 kWh
Per year
$1,161
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.59 | $48.34 | $580 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.18 | $96.67 | $1,161 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.36 | $193 | $2,321 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.18 per day, $96.67 per month, or $1,161 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $96.67 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.