Cost to Run a Well Pump in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $7.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.25
2 hours/day
Per month
$7.72
61 kWh
Per year
$92.71
730 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.86 | $46.36 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.72 | $92.71 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.44 | $185 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.72 per month, or $92.71 per year.
Is running a well pump in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $7.72 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.