Winter heating costs...anyone confirm or deny?

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Hello Everyone,

I am trying to determine if I can afford to heat my inground pool during the winter months. Can anyone confirm my numbers?

My pool is very small, fiberglass, solar cover and enclosed . Location: Columbus, Ohio. Average January temp: 26F.

Volume: 2600 Gallons, 125,000 BTU gas heater (82%), cost per therm $.54, area 103 sq ft, perimeter 52 ft, average depth 4ft.

I'm looking to maintain 90F. My calculations indicate a monthly cost of about $100. Can anyone confirm or deny?

Thanks,
Paul