Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $97.89 per month.
Per hour
$0.81
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.22
4 hours/day
Per month
$97.89
608 kWh
Per year
$1,175
7,300 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.61 | $48.94 | $588 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.22 | $97.89 | $1,175 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.44 | $196 | $2,351 |
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 16.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.22 per day, $97.89 per month, or $1,175 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: $97.89 per month here versus $114 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.