Cost to Run a Well Pump in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $9.06 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.30
2 hours/day
Per month
$9.06
61 kWh
Per year
$109
730 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.53 | $54.38 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.06 | $109 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.12 | $218 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.06 per month, or $109 per year.
Is running a well pump in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $9.06 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.