Sump Pump in New Bedford — $12/yr to Run (23.4¢/kWh)

Your sump pump in New Bedford costs about $1/month at 23.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

New Bedford, MA Electricity Rate

23.4¢/kWh

Utility: Eversource

+80% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.06

0.3 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.98

4 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$12

50 kWh/yr

Lifetime (10yr)

$117

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in New Bedford

PeriodkWhNew Bedford CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.3$0.06$0.03+$0.03
Weekly1.8$0.41$0.23+$0.18
Monthly4.2$0.98$0.54+$0.43
Quarterly12.5$2.93$1.63+$1.30
Annual50.0$11.71$6.50+$5.21

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0.5h12h24h
25¢50¢

Daily

$0.06

Monthly

$0.98

Annual

$12

10-Year

$117

Energy Saving Tips for Sump Pump in New Bedford

  • New Bedford electricity rates are 80% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • A smart Sump Pump with scheduling optimization can save ~$2/year at New Bedford rates.
  • Test annually by pouring water in pit
  • Battery backup prevents flooding during outages
  • Clean inlet screen regularly

Sump Pump Cost in Other Massachusetts Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs New Bedford
New Bedford (current)23.4¢$12
Boston27.8¢$14+$2
Worcester29.6¢$15+$3
Springfield29.2¢$15+$3
Cambridge26.9¢$13+$2
Lowell30.3¢$15+$3
Brockton21.0¢$11$-1
Quincy21.4¢$11$-1
Lynn21.5¢$11$-1

Sump Pump Energy Cost FAQ — New Bedford, MA

Understanding Sump Pump Energy Costs in New Bedford, MA

New Bedford is a mid-sized Massachusetts city where residential electricity rates from Eversource are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Sump Pump (500W) at New Bedford's rate of 23.4¢/kWh costs approximately $12 per year — $5 more than the national average of $7.

Electricity in New Bedford is significantly more expensive than the national average — 80% higher. For a Sump Pump used 0.5 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $5 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.

With a cost of living index of 102.5, New Bedford is near the national median. The Sump Pump's monthly cost of $0.98 represents a typical share of the average New Bedford electric bill of $211/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Sump Pump with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 15%, saving $2/year.

New Bedford's moderate climate (avg 51°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Sump Pump produces approximately 0.04 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. New Bedford residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for New Bedford.

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