Cost to Run a Pool Pump in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a pool pump here costs $48.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–2,500 W
Per day
$1.60
8 hours/day
Per month
$48.52
365 kWh
Per year
$583
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.26 | $291 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.60 | $48.52 | $583 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.19 | $97.04 | $1,165 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool pump with typical usage costs about $1.60 per day, $48.52 per month, or $583 per year.
Is running a pool pump in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $48.52 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.