Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace 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 (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $30.86 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.01
5 hours/day
Per month
$30.86
213 kWh
Per year
$370
2,555 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.43 | $185 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.01 | $30.86 | $370 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.03 | $61.71 | $741 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric fireplace in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.01 per day, $30.86 per month, or $370 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $30.86 per month here versus $40.01 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.