Cost to Run a Well Pump in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.45 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.28
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.45
61 kWh
Per year
$101
730 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.23 | $50.74 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.45 | $101 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $16.90 | $203 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.45 per month, or $101 per year.
Is running a well pump in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $8.45 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.