Cost to Run a Well Pump in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 23.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 26% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $14.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.46
2 hours/day
Per month
$14.04
61 kWh
Per year
$169
730 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.02 | $84.31 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.04 | $169 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $28.09 | $337 |
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 23.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $14.04 per month, or $169 per year.
Is running a well pump in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 26% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.04 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 23.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.