Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $96.06 per month.
Per hour
$0.79
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.16
4 hours/day
Per month
$96.06
608 kWh
Per year
$1,153
7,300 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.58 | $48.03 | $577 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.16 | $96.06 | $1,153 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.32 | $192 | $2,307 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.16 per day, $96.06 per month, or $1,153 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $96.06 per month here versus $111 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.