{"id":1880,"date":"2024-12-22T14:24:08","date_gmt":"2024-12-22T14:24:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/?p=1880"},"modified":"2026-05-20T12:24:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:24:28","slug":"heat-pump-water-heaters-cost-and-incentives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/heat-pump-water-heaters-cost-and-incentives.html","title":{"rendered":"Heat Pump Water Heater Costs, Rebates &#038; Incentives Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1880\" class=\"elementor elementor-1880\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fea044b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fea044b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5d00281\" data-id=\"5d00281\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4cc55b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4cc55b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are Heat Pump Water Heaters worth the investment?<\/span><\/p><p>Yes. While the upfront cost of a Domestic Heat Pump Water Heater ranges between $3,600 and $6,500 (including installation), federal incentives like the 30% Tax Credit and state rebates can reduce this by thousands. With operating costs up to 60% lower than standard electric tanks, most homeowners recover their investment in savings within a few years.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8e24190 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8e24190\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ee10f49\" data-id=\"ee10f49\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c5535b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8c5535b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Costs-of-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1999\" alt=\"Costs of Domestic Heat Pump Water Heaters\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Costs-of-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Costs-of-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Costs-of-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Costs-of-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-30723b0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"30723b0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6acba08\" data-id=\"6acba08\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3873c88 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3873c88\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>1.Introduction: The Shift to Sustainable Water Heating<\/b><\/h2><p>The shift towards sustainable energy is changing how we heat our homes and our water. Traditional gas and electric resistance heaters cannot keep up with modern <strong>domestic heat pump water heaters (HPWH).<\/strong><\/p><p>Although these modern systems are the most energy-efficient option on the market, many homeowners hesitate due to the perceived high price tag.<\/p><p><strong>The Reality:<\/strong> They are not as expensive as you think. When you consider<strong> lifetime savings<\/strong> and<strong> government incentives,<\/strong> a heat pump water heater often ends up cheaper than a standard tank in the long run. This guide breaks down the real numbers.<\/p><h2><b>2. Breakdown: How Much Does It Really Cost?<\/b><\/h2><p>The cost can be very different based on your current setup (Gas vs. Electric) and location. Here is a realistic look at where your money goes.<\/p><p><strong>Upfront Costs ($3,600 &#8211; $6,500)<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Replacing an Electric Tank:<\/strong> Generally cheaper ($3,600 &#8211; $4,800) because the wiring is likely already in place.<\/li><li><strong>Replacing a Gas Tank:<\/strong> Generally more expensive ($4,300 &#8211; $6,500) because you often need an electrician to install a new 240V circuit and cap the old gas line.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-539188a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"539188a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5114acb\" data-id=\"5114acb\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4a449d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f4a449d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-2000\" alt=\"Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lifetime-Savings-on-Domestic-Heat-Pump-Water-Heaters-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c1b4de elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8c1b4de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Cost Components Table<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ce93e64 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ce93e64\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-cc79ada\" data-id=\"cc79ada\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39ff0bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-table\" data-id=\"39ff0bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"jet-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-table jet-elements\">\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-table-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<table class=\"jet-table jet-table--fa5-compat\">\n\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"jet-table__head\"><tr class=\"jet-table__head-row\"><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-7102ab7 jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Expense Category<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-2e535b7 jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Estimated Cost<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-00657b7 jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Notes<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"jet-table__body\"><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-9cd8dbe\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-4e7778a jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Unit Cost<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-779d197 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">$1,200 &#8211; $2,500<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-e930fa7 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">50-gallon tanks are cheaper; 80-gallon tanks cost more but offer more efficiency.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-e75d7bf\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-4edcbc0 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Installation Labor<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-da36bcf jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">$1,500 &#8211; $3,000+<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-08fa6e8 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Varies by plumber rates and complexity of the location (attic vs. garage).<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-38c2e99\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-c97abc8 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Electrician<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-e6ab831 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">$300 &#8211; $800<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-c004e24 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Required if switching from gas to electric (new 240V outlet needed).<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-4ff0906\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-db4c8e8 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Supplies\/Disposal<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-8dd332f jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">$100 &#8211; $300<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-9190bf2 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Includes disposal of the old tank, new pipes, and expansion tanks.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e224ddb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e224ddb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>3. Operating Costs: Monthly Savings<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where the Heat Pump Water Heater shines.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because these units move heat rather than creating it, they consume drastically less electricity.<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>Warm Climates:<\/strong> Expect higher savings as the unit extracts heat easily from the ambient air.<\/li><li><strong>Cold Climates:<\/strong> Costs may be slightly higher in winter, but still significantly lower than resistance heating.<\/li><li><strong>The Bottom Line:<\/strong> You can expect a <strong>60%<\/strong> reduction in your water heating energy bill compared to a standard electric tank.<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>4. Lifetime Savings: The Long-Term Payoff<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t look at the sticker price; look at the 10 year picture.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By switching from a standard electric water heater to a heat pump model, the average household saves between $80 and $230 annually (depending on usage and rates).<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>10-Year Savings:<\/strong> Over the typical 10 to 15 year lifespan of the unit, you can save roughly <strong>$2,300<\/strong> in electricity costs alone.<\/li><li><strong>ROI:<\/strong> When combined with rebates, the system often pays for itself entirely within 5 to 7 years.<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>5. Incentives: How to Get Paid to Upgrade<\/b><\/h2><p>You don&#8217;t have to pay the full price. Governments are actively paying homeowners to switch to eco-friendly water heating.<\/p><h3>A. Federal Tax Credit (Inflation Reduction Act)<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Benefit:<\/strong> You can claim a <strong>30% Tax Credit<\/strong> on the total project cost (equipment + installation).<\/li><li><strong>Cap:<\/strong> Up to <strong>$2,000 per year.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Requirement:<\/strong> The unit must meet <strong>ENERGY STAR<\/strong> standards.<\/li><\/ul><h3>B. Electrification Rebates (For Low\/Moderate Income)<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Benefit:<\/strong> Upfront discounts covering <strong>50% to 100%<\/strong> of the project cost.<\/li><li><strong>Cap:<\/strong> Up to <strong>$1,750<\/strong> specifically for heat pump water heaters.<\/li><li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Income-dependent (check your local guidelines).<\/li><\/ul><h3>C. State &amp; Utility Rebates<\/h3><p>Many states offer &#8220;Instant Rebates&#8221; at the point of sale:<\/p><ul><li><strong>California:<\/strong> Instant rebates of<strong> $500 to $900.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Massachusetts:<\/strong> Rebates ranging from <strong>$750 to $1,500.<\/strong><\/li><li>Check with your local utility provider before buying!<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p>While an initial investment of $3,600 to $6,500 may seem high, the calculation changes when you apply a 30% tax credit and factor in $2,000+ in lifetime energy savings. For most homeowners, upgrading to a domestic heat pump water heater is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make for your home.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/heat-pump-water-heaters.html\">Browse Energy Star Heat Pump Water Heaters<\/a><\/p><h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/b><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5346a70 elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"5346a70\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8731\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8731\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Do I qualify for the 30% tax credit?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8731\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8731\"><p>Most homeowners in the US qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act tax credit if they have sufficient tax liability. The unit must be Energy Star certified and installed in your primary residence.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8732\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8732\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Is it expensive to switch from gas to electric water heating?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8732\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8732\"><p>It is slightly more expensive upfront (usually $500-$1,000 extra) because you need to hire an electrician to run a new 240V power line. However, eliminating your gas bill for water heating often makes up for this cost over time.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8733\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8733\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\"> How much does a heat pump water heater cost to run per year?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8733\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8733\"><p>While it varies by usage, a typical heat pump water heater costs between $100 and $150 per year to operate, compared to $400+ for a standard electric tank.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are Heat Pump Water Heaters worth the investment? 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