Cost to Run a Well Pump in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.36 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.31
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.36
61 kWh
Per year
$112
730 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.68 | $56.21 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.36 | $112 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.73 | $225 |
Georgia 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 Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.36 per month, or $112 per year.
Is running a well pump in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $9.36 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.