Cost to Run a Well Pump in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.28
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.39
61 kWh
Per year
$101
730 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.37 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.39 | $101 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.78 | $201 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.39 per month, or $101 per year.
Is running a well pump in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $8.39 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.