Cost to Run a Well Pump in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $17.94 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.59
2 hours/day
Per month
$17.94
61 kWh
Per year
$215
730 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.94 | $215 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.87 | $431 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.94 per month, or $215 per year.
Is running a well pump in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.94 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.