Cost to Run a Well Pump in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 81% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $20.25 per month.
Per hour
$0.33
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.67
2 hours/day
Per month
$20.25
61 kWh
Per year
$243
730 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.12 | $122 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.25 | $243 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.33 | $40.49 | $486 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.67 per day, $20.25 per month, or $243 per year.
Is running a well pump in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 81% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $20.25 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.