Cost to Run a Well Pump in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.76 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.29
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.76
61 kWh
Per year
$105
730 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.76 | $105 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.51 | $210 |
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 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.76 per month, or $105 per year.
Is running a well pump in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $8.76 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.