Cost to Run a Pool Pump in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a pool pump here costs $55.08 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–2,500 W
Per day
$1.81
8 hours/day
Per month
$55.08
365 kWh
Per year
$661
4,380 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.91 | $27.54 | $331 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.81 | $55.08 | $661 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.62 | $110 | $1,323 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool pump with typical usage costs about $1.81 per day, $55.08 per month, or $661 per year.
Is running a pool pump in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $55.08 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.