Cost to Run a Well Pump in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 17.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $10.40 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.34
2 hours/day
Per month
$10.40
61 kWh
Per year
$125
730 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.20 | $62.42 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.40 | $125 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.79 | $250 |
South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.34 per day, $10.40 per month, or $125 per year.
Is running a well pump in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $10.40 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 17.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.