Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $53.95 per month.
Per hour
$0.61
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$1.77
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$53.95
397 kWh
Per year
$648
4,763 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.98 | $324 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.95 | $648 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $3.55 | $108 | $1,296 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric water heater in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $1.77 per day, $53.95 per month, or $648 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $53.95 per month here versus $73.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.