Cost to Run a Well Pump in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $10.88 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.36
2 hours/day
Per month
$10.88
61 kWh
Per year
$131
730 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.44 | $65.33 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.88 | $131 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.72 | $21.77 | $261 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.36 per day, $10.88 per month, or $131 per year.
Is running a well pump in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $10.88 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.