Cost to Run a Well Pump in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 24% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.69 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.29
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.69
61 kWh
Per year
$104
730 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.35 | $52.20 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.69 | $104 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.39 | $209 |
Nevada 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 Nevada?
At Nevada's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.69 per month, or $104 per year.
Is running a well pump in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 24% below the U.S. average: $8.69 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.