Cost to Run a Well Pump in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.61 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.32
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.61
61 kWh
Per year
$115
730 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.80 | $57.67 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.61 | $115 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.21 | $231 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.61 per month, or $115 per year.
Is running a well pump in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $9.61 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.