Cost to Run a Well Pump in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $18.18 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.60
2 hours/day
Per month
$18.18
61 kWh
Per year
$218
730 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.09 | $109 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.18 | $218 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.20 | $36.36 | $437 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.60 per day, $18.18 per month, or $218 per year.
Is running a well pump in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.18 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.