Cost to Run a Computer Monitor in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 15.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a computer monitor here costs $1.18 per month.
Per hour
0.5¢
at 20–60 W
Per day
3.9¢
8 hours/day
Per month
$1.18
7.5 kWh
Per year
$14.21
91 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.11 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.21 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.37 | $28.42 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a computer monitor in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a computer monitor with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.18 per month, or $14.21 per year.
Is running a computer monitor in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $1.18 per month here versus $1.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 15.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.