Cost to Run a Well Pump in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 34% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $7.54 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.25
2 hours/day
Per month
$7.54
61 kWh
Per year
$90.52
730 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.77 | $45.26 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.54 | $90.52 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.08 | $181 |
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 12.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.54 per month, or $90.52 per year.
Is running a well pump in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 34% below the U.S. average: $7.54 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.