Pond / Fountain Pump in Tacoma — $32/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)

Your pond / fountain pump in Tacoma costs about $3/month at 10.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Tacoma, WA Electricity Rate

10.6¢/kWh

Utility: Tacoma Public Utilities

-18% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.13

1.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$2.65

25 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$32

300 kWh/yr

Lifetime (5yr)

$159

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma

PeriodkWhTacoma CostNational AvgDifference
Daily1.2$0.13$0.16$-0.03
Weekly8.4$0.89$1.09$-0.20
Monthly25.0$2.65$3.25$-0.60
Quarterly75.0$7.95$9.75$-1.80
Annual300.0$31.80$39.00$-7.20

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Daily

$0.13

Monthly

$2.65

Annual

$32

5-Year

$159

Energy Saving Tips for Pond / Fountain Pump in Tacoma

  • Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • A smart Pond / Fountain Pump with scheduling optimization can save ~$6/year at Tacoma rates.
  • Use solar-powered pump for small ponds
  • Run timer to avoid 24/7 operation
  • Clean intake screen monthly

Pond / Fountain Pump Cost in Other Washington Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Tacoma
Tacoma (current)10.6¢$32
Seattle11.6¢$35+$3
Spokane10.3¢$31$-1
Vancouver10.0¢$30$-2
Bellevue11.1¢$33+$1
Kent10.3¢$31$-1
Everett11.0¢$33+$1
Renton8.7¢$26$-6
Spokane Valley11.1¢$33+$2

Pond / Fountain Pump Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA

Understanding Pond / Fountain Pump Energy Costs in Tacoma, WA

Tacoma is a mid-sized Washington city where residential electricity rates from Tacoma Public Utilities are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Pond / Fountain Pump (100W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $32 per year — $7 less than the national average of $39.

Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Pond / Fountain Pump's annual cost of $32 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $159.

With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Pond / Fountain Pump's monthly cost of $2.65 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Pond / Fountain Pump with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 20%, saving $6/year.

Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Pond / Fountain Pump produces approximately 0.21 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tacoma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tacoma.

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