How Much Does A Pool Pump Cost to Run in Hawaii?
A pool pump typically uses 1,500 watts. At 8 hours a day and $0.42/kWh in Hawaii, it costs about $5.04 per day, $151.20 per month and $1,839.60 per year.
Calculate your own cost
- Per hour
- $0.631.5 kWh
- Per day
- $5.0412 kWh
- Per week
- $35.2884 kWh
- Per month (30 days)
- $151.20360 kWh
- Per year
- $1,839.604,380 kWh
Formula: watts ÷ 1,000 × hours × rate. Edit any box and every number updates instantly.
People also ask
How much does a 1,500-watt pool pump cost per hour?
At $0.42/kWh, it costs $0.63 per hour. The maths: 1,500 W ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 kWh per hour, × $0.42 = $0.63.
How much does it cost per month?
Used 8 hours a day for 30 days, it costs about $151.20 per month and uses 360 kWh. Change the hours in the calculator above to match how you use it.
How many kWh does it use?
12 kWh per day, 360 kWh per month and 4,380 kWh per year at 8 hours a day. A kWh is one kilowatt (1,000 W) used for one hour. It is the unit on your electricity bill.
How can I lower the cost?
A properly sized variable-speed pump can reduce energy use; follow pool sanitation requirements. Check your bill for the exact rate and enter it above.
Does my electricity rate change the answer?
Yes, a lot. At 10¢ per kWh the monthly cost is $36.00 and at 30¢ it is $108.00. Find your rate on your bill (total cost ÷ kWh used) and type it into the calculator.
Cost by hours of use in Hawaii
| Used per day | Energy per day | Cost per day | Cost per month | Cost per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 1.5 kWh | $0.63 | $18.90 | $229.95 |
| 2 hours | 3 kWh | $1.26 | $37.80 | $459.90 |
| 3 hours | 4.5 kWh | $1.89 | $56.70 | $689.85 |
| 4 hours | 6 kWh | $2.52 | $75.60 | $919.80 |
| 5 hours | 7.5 kWh | $3.15 | $94.50 | $1,149.75 |
| 6 hours | 9 kWh | $3.78 | $113.40 | $1,379.70 |
| 7 hours | 10.5 kWh | $4.41 | $132.30 | $1,609.65 |
| 8 hours | 12 kWh | $5.04 | $151.20 | $1,839.60 |
| 9 hours | 13.5 kWh | $5.67 | $170.10 | $2,069.55 |
| 10 hours | 15 kWh | $6.30 | $189.00 | $2,299.50 |
| 11 hours | 16.5 kWh | $6.93 | $207.90 | $2,529.45 |
| 12 hours | 18 kWh | $7.56 | $226.80 | $2,759.40 |
| 13 hours | 19.5 kWh | $8.19 | $245.70 | $2,989.35 |
| 14 hours | 21 kWh | $8.82 | $264.60 | $3,219.30 |
| 15 hours | 22.5 kWh | $9.45 | $283.50 | $3,449.25 |
| 16 hours | 24 kWh | $10.08 | $302.40 | $3,679.20 |
| 17 hours | 25.5 kWh | $10.71 | $321.30 | $3,909.15 |
| 18 hours | 27 kWh | $11.34 | $340.20 | $4,139.10 |
| 19 hours | 28.5 kWh | $11.97 | $359.10 | $4,369.05 |
| 20 hours | 30 kWh | $12.60 | $378.00 | $4,599.00 |
| 21 hours | 31.5 kWh | $13.23 | $396.90 | $4,828.95 |
| 22 hours | 33 kWh | $13.86 | $415.80 | $5,058.90 |
| 23 hours | 34.5 kWh | $14.49 | $434.70 | $5,288.85 |
| 24 hours | 36 kWh | $15.12 | $453.60 | $5,518.80 |
How we worked it out
- Energy per hour: 1,500 W ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 kWh
- Cost per hour: 1.5 kWh × $0.42 = $0.63
- Cost per day: × 8 hours = $5.04
- Month and year: × 30 days = $151.20, × 365 days = $1,839.60
Hawaii electricity prices
Hawaii pays about $0.42 per kWh, which is 140% higher than the US average of $0.175. The same pool pump would cost $63.00 a month at the national average.
What it costs in different places
Same 1,500-watt pool pump, 8 hours a day. Only the local electricity rate changes.
| Place | Rate per kWh | Cost per month |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $0.175 | $63.00 |
| California | $0.32 | $115.20 |
| Texas | $0.155 | $55.80 |
| New York | $0.25 | $90.00 |
| Florida | $0.155 | $55.80 |
| Illinois | $0.17 | $61.20 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.18 | $64.80 |
| Ohio | $0.17 | $61.20 |
| Washington | $0.115 | $41.40 |
About pool pump running costs
Pool pumps can be major electricity users because they run for hours. Power depends on pump size, speed and hydraulic setup.
Typical sizes: 750 W, 1,000 W, 1,500 W, 2,000 W.
How to spend less: A properly sized variable-speed pump can reduce energy use; follow pool sanitation requirements.
What this estimate assumes
- The appliance draws its full stated wattage the whole time it is on. Real units with a thermostat cycle off and cost less.
- Wattage is the typical label value, not a measured value. Check the label on your own appliance.
- The rate is an approximate residential average in Hawaii. Your bill may include fixed fees, tiers or time-of-use pricing. Edit the rate above.
- A month is 30 days and a year is 365 days.