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240-volt integratedTop 10% cheapest to runENERGY STAR certified

Richmond 10E50-HP5US30

45 gal · 240-volt integrated heat pump water heater

Electricity, 13 years
$2,001
Per year
$154

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$154
Over 13 years
$2,001
Saves vs a standard electric tank
$495/yr
Rank for running cost
#36 of 371

About the Richmond 10E50-HP5US30

The Richmond 10E50-HP5US30 is a 45 gal 240-volt integrated heat pump water heater certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 846 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $154 a year, or $2,001 over a typical 13-year life.

For the same hot water, a standard electric tank water heater would use about 3,568 kWh a year, so this model uses 76% less electricity and saves about $495 a year.

Among 371 240-volt integrated models it ranks #36 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $480 in electricity over 13 years, though it may differ in size and features.

If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the GE Profile PH40S10BPY01 uses 773 kWh a year and would save about $173 over 13 years.

Listed features: smart / app control.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$154
Electricity over 13 years
$2,001
Add the price you pay
+ $2,001

846 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every under 50 gallons model ranked.

GE Profile PH40S10BPY0140 gal$141/yrsaves $173
A. O. Smith HPS10-50H45DV 2 series46 gal$151/yrsaves $35
A. O. Smith HPSN10-50H45DV 2 series46 gal$151/yrsaves $35
A. O. Smith HPTS-50 2 series46 gal$151/yrsaves $35

Specs

BrandRichmond
Model10E50-HP5US30
Type240-volt integrated
Energy use846 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type3568 kWh / year
Size45 gal
Width22.3 in
FeaturesSmart / app control
Tank size45 gal
First-hour rating67 gal
Efficiency (UEF)3.88
Usage patternMedium-Usage
Voltage240
Tank height61.8 in
Tank diameter22.3 in

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

Questions people ask

How much does the Richmond 10E50-HP5US30 cost to run?

About $154 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 846 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.

How much will the Richmond 10E50-HP5US30 cost in electricity over its life?

About $2,001 over 13 years, a typical life for a heat pump water heater. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.

Is the Richmond 10E50-HP5US30 energy efficient?

Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 76% less electricity than a standard electric tank water heater.

Is there a cheaper water heater to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The GE Profile PH40S10BPY01 uses 773 kWh a year, about $173 less in electricity over 13 years.

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