Cost to Run a Well Pump in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $16.66 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.55
2 hours/day
Per month
$16.66
61 kWh
Per year
$200
730 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.33 | $100 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.66 | $200 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.10 | $33.32 | $400 |
Alaska 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 Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.55 per day, $16.66 per month, or $200 per year.
Is running a well pump in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.66 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.