Cost to Run a Well Pump in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 21.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $13.01 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.43
2 hours/day
Per month
$13.01
61 kWh
Per year
$156
730 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.51 | $78.11 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.01 | $156 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.02 | $312 |
Michigan 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 Michigan?
At Michigan's current average residential rate of 21.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.01 per month, or $156 per year.
Is running a well pump in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.01 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 21.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.