Cost to Run a Well Pump in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $10.03 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.33
2 hours/day
Per month
$10.03
61 kWh
Per year
$120
730 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.02 | $60.23 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.03 | $120 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.66 | $20.06 | $241 |
Colorado 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 Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $10.03 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a well pump in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $10.03 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.