Cost to Run a Well Pump in Nevada
Nevada's average residential electricity rate is 12.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 30% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $7.78 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.26
2 hours/day
Per month
$7.78
61 kWh
Per year
$93.44
730 kWh
By usage level in Nevada
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.89 | $46.72 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.78 | $93.44 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.56 | $187 |
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 12.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.78 per month, or $93.44 per year.
Is running a well pump in Nevada more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nevada's rate is about 30% below the U.S. average: $7.78 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nevada right now?
Nevada residents pay an average of 12.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.