Cost to Run a Well Pump in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $14.17 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.47
2 hours/day
Per month
$14.17
61 kWh
Per year
$170
730 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.08 | $85.05 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.17 | $170 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.33 | $340 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.17 per month, or $170 per year.
Is running a well pump in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.17 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.