We compare 1 published electric tank model against 48 heat pump models. Every number below comes from verified model records and EIA electricity prices.
Annual cost comparison
| Model | Type | UEF | Annual Cost | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPTS-50-2 | HP | 3.80 | $150/yr | $1,500 |
| RE2HP50-1NCTT | HP | 3.89 | $151/yr | $1,510 |
| NWP500S050AUMB | HP | 3.85 | $152/yr | $1,520 |
| REHP50BM | HP | 3.75 | $152/yr | $1,520 |
| PROPH50 T2 RH400-30 | HP | 3.88 | $153/yr | $1,530 |
| MAHW-50VN3A | HP | 3.75 | $154/yr | $1,540 |
| PROPH40 T2 RH400-30 | HP | 3.83 | $155/yr | $1,550 |
| HPTA-50-2 | HP | 3.68 | $159/yr | $1,590 |
| HPA10250H045DV-2 | HP | 3.68 | $159/yr | $1,590 |
| HPTA-40-2 | HP | 3.60 | $163/yr | $1,630 |
| NHP50 | HP | 3.46 | $169/yr | $1,690 |
| RE2H50S | HP | 3.44 | $170/yr | $1,700 |
| PROPH65 T0 RH120-M | HP | 3.33 | $175/yr | $1,750 |
| NHP65 | HP | 3.34 | $176/yr | $1,760 |
| PF50S10FPY01 | HP | 3.20 | $183/yr | $1,830 |
| XE50T10HM00U0 | HP | 3.00 | $193/yr | $1,930 |
| PROPH50 T0 RH120 | HP | 3.00 | $195/yr | $1,950 |
| PH80S10BPY01 | HP | 4.40 | $203/yr | $2,030 |
| PH50S10BPY01 | HP | 4.30 | $208/yr | $2,080 |
| PH65S10BPY01 | HP | 4.30 | $208/yr | $2,080 |
| RE2HP65-1NCTT | HP | 4.20 | $213/yr | $2,130 |
| PROPH65 T2 RH400-30 | HP | 4.05 | $214/yr | $2,140 |
| PROPH80 T2 RH400-30 | HP | 4.07 | $219/yr | $2,190 |
| REHP80BM | HP | 4.00 | $221/yr | $2,210 |
| HPTS-66-2 | HP | 3.70 | $222/yr | $2,220 |
| RE2HP80-1NCTT | HP | 4.00 | $224/yr | $2,240 |
| MAHW-65VN3A | HP | 3.90 | $224/yr | $2,240 |
| MAHW-80VN3A | HP | 4.00 | $224/yr | $2,240 |
| REHP65BM | HP | 3.90 | $224/yr | $2,240 |
| NWP500S065AUMB | HP | 4.03 | $225/yr | $2,250 |
| APHWC501M | HP | 3.93 | $228/yr | $2,280 |
| NWP500S080AUMB | HP | 4.05 | $228/yr | $2,280 |
| APHWC801M | HP | 3.90 | $229/yr | $2,290 |
| HPTA-80-2 | HP | 3.88 | $231/yr | $2,310 |
| HPTS-80-2 | HP | 3.88 | $231/yr | $2,310 |
| HPA10280H045DV-2 | HP | 3.88 | $231/yr | $2,310 |
| HPTA-66-2 | HP | 3.84 | $233/yr | $2,330 |
| HPA10266H045DV-2 | HP | 3.84 | $233/yr | $2,330 |
| RE2H65T | HP | 3.64 | $246/yr | $2,460 |
| RE2H80T | HP | 3.59 | $249/yr | $2,490 |
| PROPH80 T0 RH120-M | HP | 3.46 | $253/yr | $2,530 |
| XE80T10HM00U0 | HP | 3.46 | $253/yr | $2,530 |
| PF80S10FPY01 | HP | 3.50 | $256/yr | $2,560 |
| NHP80 | HP | 3.48 | $257/yr | $2,570 |
| PF65S10FPY01 | HP | 3.40 | $263/yr | $2,630 |
| NHP120 | HP | 3.38 | $265/yr | $2,650 |
| HPTV-66-2 | HP | 3.20 | $280/yr | $2,800 |
| HPTV-80-2 | HP | 3.00 | $298/yr | $2,980 |
| PROE50 T2 RH95 | Electric | 0.93 | $636/yr | $6,360 |
Costs at U.S. average electricity rate of 18.04¢/kWh (EIA, 12-month avg. through Aug 2026).
Installation differences
- Both types use 240V electrical service
- Heat pumps typically need a 30A breaker vs 25A for electric tanks
- Heat pumps require a condensate drain line
- Heat pumps need adequate air volume around the unit (typically 750+ cubic feet)
- Heat pumps are taller: expect 61-74 inches vs 58-59 inches for electric tanks
Based on published specs of models compared above. Verify requirements with manufacturer specs and local codes.
State-specific savings
Electricity rates vary widely by state. See state-specific cost projections and rebate information:
- Alaska
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- Colorado
- Connecticut
- District of Columbia
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Iowa
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Maine
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Mississippi
- Montana
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- Nevada
- New York
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Vermont
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Related guides
Sources. ENERGY STAR, manufacturer spec sheets, EIA average energy prices.Methodology