Cost to Run a Well Pump in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $13.07 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.43
2 hours/day
Per month
$13.07
61 kWh
Per year
$157
730 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.54 | $78.47 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.07 | $157 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.14 | $314 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.07 per month, or $157 per year.
Is running a well pump in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.07 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.