Cost to Run a Central Air Conditioner in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a central air conditioner here costs $114 per month.
Per hour
$0.47
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.75
8 hours/day
Per month
$114
851 kWh
Per year
$1,369
10,220 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.88 | $57.03 | $685 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.75 | $114 | $1,369 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.50 | $228 | $2,739 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a central air conditioner in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a central air conditioner with typical usage costs about $3.75 per day, $114 per month, or $1,369 per year.
Is running a central air conditioner in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $114 per month here versus $156 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.