Cost to Run a Well Pump in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $13.13 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.43
2 hours/day
Per month
$13.13
61 kWh
Per year
$158
730 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.57 | $78.84 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.13 | $158 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.27 | $315 |
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 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.43 per day, $13.13 per month, or $158 per year.
Is running a well pump in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.13 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.