Cost to Run a Pool Pump in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a pool pump here costs $59.10 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 750–2,500 W
Per day
$1.94
8 hours/day
Per month
$59.10
365 kWh
Per year
$710
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.97 | $29.55 | $355 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.94 | $59.10 | $710 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.89 | $118 | $1,419 |
Mississippi vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pool pump in Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool pump with typical usage costs about $1.94 per day, $59.10 per month, or $710 per year.
Is running a pool pump in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $59.10 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.