How Much Does It Cost to Run Salt Water Chlorinator?
A salt cell generates chlorine only while the pool pump runs it, adding a modest rider to the pump's own cost. At the US-average rate of 16.5¢/kWh, running a salt water chlorinator costs about $6.02/month ($72.18/year) at typical use. Adjust the watts, hours, and your rate below for your exact number.
Cost to run a salt water chlorinator
$72/yr
- Per day
- $0.20
- Per month
- $6.02
- Energy per year
- 438 kWh
Cost = power (kW) × hours × days × your rate. Defaults are typical values — enter your appliance's actual watts (often on a label) and your real rate for a precise figure.
Cost to run a salt water chlorinator by electricity rate
Same 150 W appliance, 8 h/day — the bill changes with where you live.
| Scenario | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest states (North Dakota) | 11.5¢ | $4.20 | $50.41 |
| US average | 16.5¢ | $6.02 | $72.18 |
| Most expensive (Hawaii) | 42.9¢ | $15.64 | $187.73 |
Find your state's rate on the electricity rates by state page, or see the appliance wattage chart for more devices.
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