Cost to Run a Well Pump in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $10.15 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.33
2 hours/day
Per month
$10.15
61 kWh
Per year
$122
730 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.08 | $60.95 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.15 | $122 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.31 | $244 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $10.15 per month, or $122 per year.
Is running a well pump in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $10.15 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.