Cost to Run a Well Pump in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.91 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.33
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.91
61 kWh
Per year
$119
730 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.96 | $59.50 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $9.91 | $119 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.82 | $238 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $9.91 per month, or $119 per year.
Is running a well pump in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $9.91 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.