Cost to Run a 3D Printer in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.13 per month.
Per use
8.7¢
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
3.7¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.13
7.8 kWh
Per year
$13.61
94 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.80 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.61 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 7.5¢ | $2.27 | $27.22 |
South 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 South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.13 per month, or $13.61 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.13 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.