Cost to Run a Well Pump in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.97 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.33
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.97
61 kWh
Per year
$120
730 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.99 | $59.86 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $9.97 | $120 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.66 | $19.94 | $239 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a well pump in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $9.97 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a well pump in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $9.97 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.