Cost to Run a 3D Printer in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.06 per month.
Per use
8.2¢
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
3.5¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.06
7.8 kWh
Per year
$12.76
94 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.53 | $6.38 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.76 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 7.0¢ | $2.13 | $25.53 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 3.5¢ per day, $1.06 per month, or $12.76 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.06 per month here versus $1.44 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.