Cost to Run a Well Pump in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.15 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.27
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.15
61 kWh
Per year
$97.82
730 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.07 | $48.91 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.15 | $97.82 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.29 | $196 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.15 per month, or $97.82 per year.
Is running a well pump in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $8.15 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.