Cost to Run a Well Pump in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.33 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.27
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.33
61 kWh
Per year
$100
730 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.16 | $50.00 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.33 | $100 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.66 | $200 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.33 per month, or $100 per year.
Is running a well pump in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $8.33 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.