Cost to Run a Well Pump in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $14.96 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.49
2 hours/day
Per month
$14.96
61 kWh
Per year
$180
730 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.48 | $89.79 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.96 | $180 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.91 | $359 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $14.96 per month, or $180 per year.
Is running a well pump in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.96 per month here versus $11.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.