Cost to Run a Well Pump in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $15.32 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.50
2 hours/day
Per month
$15.32
61 kWh
Per year
$184
730 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.66 | $91.98 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.50 | $15.32 | $184 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $1.01 | $30.64 | $368 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.50 per day, $15.32 per month, or $184 per year.
Is running a well pump in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $15.32 per month here versus $11.13 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.