Cost to Run a Well Pump in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.31
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.42
61 kWh
Per year
$113
730 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.71 | $56.58 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.42 | $113 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.85 | $226 |
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.42 per month, or $113 per year.
Is running a well pump in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $9.42 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.