Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower 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 (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.02 per month.
Per use
$0.24
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.02
6.5 kWh
Per year
$12.28
78 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.51 | $6.14 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.28 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.05 | $24.56 |
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 lawn mower in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.02 per month, or $12.28 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $1.02 per month here versus $1.20 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.