Cost to Run a Well Pump in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $11.98 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.39
2 hours/day
Per month
$11.98
61 kWh
Per year
$144
730 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $5.99 | $71.90 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.98 | $144 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $23.96 | $288 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.98 per month, or $144 per year.
Is running a well pump in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.98 per month here versus $11.19 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.