Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: mild climates or homes with backup heatStrengths
- Uses newer, lower-impact R-454B refrigerant
- Also sold under 1 other badge, so you can compare more quotes for the same unit
Good to know
- Only 52% of its heat output remains at 5°F; plan on backup heat in hard freezes
- Heating efficiency (HSPF2 8.1) is in the lower third of models
- Single-stage compressor runs on/off at full power, so it is less smooth than inverter models
Running-cost calculator
Pre-filled with EIA prices · edit any fieldUses the base certified SEER2 (15.2) and HSPF2 (8.1). Assumes the unit is correctly sized. How we calculate.
Heating capacity as it gets colder
A heat pump's output falls as outdoor temperature drops. This is the certified heat output of the American Standard 5A6H5030A1 at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 29,200 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 67% · at 5°F: 52%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $788 a year in Louisiana to $2,968 in Maine, driven by local electricity prices and how much heating or cooling the climate needs. Click a column to sort.
| State | Price | Heating | Cooling | Total / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12.87¢ | $294 | $494 | $788 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $811 | $98 | $909 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $220 | $691 | $911 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $423 | $499 | $922 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $497 | $440 | $937 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $612 | $335 | $947 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $830 | $138 | $968 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $343 | $636 | $979 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $633 | $373 | $1,007 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $720 | $292 | $1,011 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $609 | $414 | $1,023 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $565 | $484 | $1,049 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $824 | $230 | $1,054 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $570 | $489 | $1,059 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $467 | $611 | $1,078 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $585 | $502 | $1,087 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $915 | $180 | $1,095 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $676 | $427 | $1,103 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $807 | $317 | $1,124 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $927 | $234 | $1,161 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $957 | $251 | $1,208 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $888 | $339 | $1,226 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $908 | $327 | $1,234 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $862 | $373 | $1,235 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,176 | $139 | $1,314 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,119 | $231 | $1,350 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,258 | $115 | $1,373 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,109 | $278 | $1,387 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,036 | $359 | $1,395 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,269 | $135 | $1,403 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,234 | $189 | $1,424 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $873 | $572 | $1,444 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,279 | $246 | $1,525 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,263 | $298 | $1,561 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,186 | $411 | $1,597 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,322 | $297 | $1,619 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,514 | $182 | $1,695 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,419 | $335 | $1,754 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,582 | $224 | $1,805 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,444 | $425 | $1,869 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,355 | $549 | $1,904 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,798 | $265 | $2,063 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,757 | $306 | $2,064 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $2,020 | $206 | $2,226 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $2,021 | $325 | $2,345 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $2,054 | $358 | $2,412 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $77 | $2,357 | $2,433 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,252 | $265 | $2,518 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,285 | $351 | $2,636 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $2,876 | $56 | $2,932 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $2,721 | $247 | $2,968 |
Same equipment sold under other brands
These listings share the same certifying manufacturer (Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning) and identical certified capacities and efficiency ratings, so they are almost certainly the same hardware with a different badge. If you get quotes for any of them, you are comparing installation price and warranty, not equipment. How rebadging works.
- Trane 5TWR5030A1
Similar-size alternatives
Other ducted split system units within ±15% of this model's cooling capacity, sorted by efficiency. Cost difference is versus the American Standard 5A6H5030A1 at U.S.-average rates.
| Model | Cooling BTU/h | SEER2 | HSPF2 | 5°F kept | Est. yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payne 37MUHAQ30AA3 | 30,000 | 15.3–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,306 (−$24) | Compare |
| Midea MO1HE-H30B-2A | 30,000 | 15.2–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,309 (−$22) | Compare |
| MrCool CENTRAL-30-HP-C-230B00-O | 30,000 | 15.6–16.8 | 10 | 96% | $1,372 (+$41) | Compare |
| Panasonic CU-HM30BAHU | 30,000 | 15.3–16.8 | 10 | 96% | $1,380 (+$49) | Compare |
| Carrier 27VPA924A*030* | 25,400 | 15.2–19.5 | 10 | 86% | $1,083 (−$247) | Compare |
| Rheem RD18AY36AJVC | 32,800 | 15.2–20 | 10 | 78% | $1,477 (+$146) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | American Standard |
| Outdoor model | 5A6H5030A1 |
| Certified by | Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning |
| Product type | Ducted split system |
| Compressor | Single-stage |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Cooling capacity | 29,200 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 2.5 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 15.2 – 16 |
| EER2 (best) | 12 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 8.1 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 26,400 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 17,700 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 13,800 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2.2 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | No |
| Certified indoor pairings | 140 |
| Latest certification | 2026-06 |
Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), retrieved November 7, 2026. Capacities and HSPF2 are the highest values across certified pairings; confirm your exact system's AHRI reference number with your installer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the American Standard 5A6H5030A1 cost to run per year?
At the U.S. average residential electricity price of 18.16¢/kWh and typical national heating and cooling hours, we estimate about $1,331 per year ($947 heating, $384 cooling). It ranges from about $788 in Louisiana to $2,968 in Maine.
Does the American Standard 5A6H5030A1 work in cold weather?
It is not ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified. It delivers 13,800 BTU/h at 5°F (52% of its 47°F capacity), so in very cold climates expect more reliance on backup heat.
What size is the American Standard 5A6H5030A1?
It is rated at 29,200 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 2.5 tons, and 26,400 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.
Is the American Standard 5A6H5030A1 the same as the Trane 5TWR5030A1?
Very likely. Both are certified by Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning with identical capacities and efficiency ratings in the ENERGY STAR database, which indicates the same equipment sold under different brands.