Cost to Run a Well Pump in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.85 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.32
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.85
61 kWh
Per year
$118
730 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.92 | $59.13 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.85 | $118 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.70 | $237 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.85 per month, or $118 per year.
Is running a well pump in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $9.85 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.