Cost to Run a Well Pump in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $17.94 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.59
2 hours/day
Per month
$17.94
61 kWh
Per year
$215
730 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.94 | $215 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.87 | $431 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.94 per month, or $215 per year.
Is running a well pump in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.94 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.