Cost to Run a Well Pump in Michigan
Michigan's average residential electricity rate is 22¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 20% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $13.38 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.44
2 hours/day
Per month
$13.38
61 kWh
Per year
$161
730 kWh
By usage level in Michigan
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.69 | $80.30 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.38 | $161 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.88 | $26.75 | $321 |
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 22¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.44 per day, $13.38 per month, or $161 per year.
Is running a well pump in Michigan more expensive than average?
Yes. Michigan's electricity costs about 20% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.38 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Michigan right now?
Michigan residents pay an average of 22¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.