Cost to Run a Well Pump in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $7.96 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.26
2 hours/day
Per month
$7.96
61 kWh
Per year
$95.63
730 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.98 | $47.82 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.96 | $95.63 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.93 | $191 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.96 per month, or $95.63 per year.
Is running a well pump in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $7.96 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.