Cost to Run a Well Pump in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $17.21 per month.
Per hour
$0.28
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.57
2 hours/day
Per month
$17.21
61 kWh
Per year
$207
730 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.60 | $103 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.21 | $207 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.13 | $34.41 | $413 |
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 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.21 per month, or $207 per year.
Is running a well pump in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.21 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.