Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: mild climates or homes with backup heatStrengths
- Meets ENERGY STAR efficiency requirements.
Good to know
- Only 49% of its heat output remains at 5°F; plan on backup heat in hard freezes
- Heating efficiency (HSPF2 8) 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 (15.6) and HSPF2 (8). 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 MrCool MHP17024A-**A at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 23,800 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 64% · at 5°F: 49%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $640 a year in Louisiana to $2,492 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¢ | $248 | $393 | $640 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $186 | $549 | $734 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $357 | $396 | $753 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $684 | $78 | $762 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $420 | $349 | $769 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $517 | $266 | $783 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $290 | $505 | $795 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $700 | $109 | $810 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $534 | $297 | $831 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $607 | $232 | $839 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $514 | $329 | $843 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $477 | $385 | $861 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $481 | $388 | $869 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $695 | $183 | $878 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $394 | $485 | $879 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $494 | $399 | $893 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $571 | $339 | $910 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $772 | $143 | $915 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $681 | $252 | $933 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $782 | $186 | $968 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $807 | $199 | $1,006 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $749 | $269 | $1,018 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $728 | $296 | $1,024 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $766 | $260 | $1,025 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $992 | $110 | $1,102 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $944 | $183 | $1,128 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,061 | $91 | $1,153 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $936 | $221 | $1,157 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $874 | $285 | $1,160 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,070 | $107 | $1,177 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $736 | $454 | $1,190 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,042 | $150 | $1,192 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,079 | $195 | $1,274 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,066 | $237 | $1,302 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,000 | $326 | $1,327 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,116 | $236 | $1,352 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,277 | $144 | $1,421 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,197 | $266 | $1,463 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,334 | $178 | $1,512 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,218 | $338 | $1,556 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,143 | $436 | $1,579 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,483 | $243 | $1,726 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,517 | $210 | $1,728 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $1,705 | $164 | $1,868 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $65 | $1,871 | $1,936 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $1,705 | $258 | $1,963 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $1,733 | $284 | $2,017 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $1,900 | $211 | $2,111 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $1,928 | $279 | $2,207 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $2,426 | $45 | $2,471 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $2,296 | $196 | $2,492 |
Similar-size alternatives
Other ducted split system units within ±15% of this model's cooling capacity, sorted by efficiency. Cost difference is versus the MrCool MHP17024A-**A at U.S.-average rates.
| Model | Cooling BTU/h | SEER2 | HSPF2 | 5°F kept | Est. yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier 27VNA324A*030* | 23,800 | 18–23 | 10.5 | 82% | $1,044 (−$59) | Compare |
| Rheem RP19AY24AJVC | 22,800 | 20–21 | 10 | 81% | $925 (−$179) | Compare |
| Trane 5TWR7024A1 | 24,000 | 15.2–17.1 | 11 | 79% | $907 (−$197) | Compare |
| Trane 5TWX7024A1 | 24,000 | 15.2–18 | 11 | 79% | $907 (−$197) | Compare |
| Bryant 37MUHAQ24AA3 | 24,000 | 16–18.7 | 10.5 | 86% | $991 (−$112) | Compare |
| ACiQ ACIQ-24-HPD | 24,000 | 16–18.6 | 10.5 | 83% | $1,019 (−$85) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | MrCool |
| Outdoor model | MHP17024A-**A |
| Certified by | Lennox Industries |
| Product type | Ducted split system |
| Compressor | Single-stage |
| Refrigerant | R-410A |
| Cooling capacity | 23,800 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 2 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 15.6 – 17 |
| EER2 (best) | 14 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 8 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 22,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 14,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 10,800 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2.14 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | No |
| Certified indoor pairings | 22 |
| Latest certification | 2025-10 |
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 MrCool MHP17024A-**A 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 $1,104 per year ($799 heating, $305 cooling). It ranges from about $640 in Louisiana to $2,492 in Maine.
Does the MrCool MHP17024A-**A work in cold weather?
It is not ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified. It delivers 10,800 BTU/h at 5°F (49% of its 47°F capacity), so in very cold climates expect more reliance on backup heat.
What size is the MrCool MHP17024A-**A?
It is rated at 23,800 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 2 tons, and 22,000 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.