Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) 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 (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $47.73 per month.
Per use
$1.57
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.57
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$47.73
304 kWh
Per year
$573
3,650 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.79 | $23.86 | $287 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.57 | $47.73 | $573 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.14 | $95.46 | $1,146 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.57 per day, $47.73 per month, or $573 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $47.73 per month here versus $55.94 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.