Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $150 per month.
Per hour
$1.23
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$4.92
4 hours/day
Per month
$150
608 kWh
Per year
$1,796
7,300 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $2.46 | $74.78 | $898 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $4.92 | $150 | $1,796 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $9.84 | $299 | $3,592 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $4.92 per day, $150 per month, or $1,796 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $150 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.