Cost to Run a Well Pump in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $11.80 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.39
2 hours/day
Per month
$11.80
61 kWh
Per year
$142
730 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.90 | $70.81 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.80 | $142 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.59 | $283 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.80 per month, or $142 per year.
Is running a well pump in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.80 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.