Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $99.71 per month.
Per hour
$0.82
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.28
4 hours/day
Per month
$99.71
608 kWh
Per year
$1,197
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.64 | $49.86 | $599 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.28 | $99.71 | $1,197 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.56 | $199 | $2,394 |
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 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.28 per day, $99.71 per month, or $1,197 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $99.71 per month here versus $112 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.