Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) 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 (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $44.08 per month.
Per use
$1.45
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.45
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$44.08
304 kWh
Per year
$529
3,650 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.72 | $22.04 | $265 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.45 | $44.08 | $529 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $2.90 | $88.16 | $1,059 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.45 per day, $44.08 per month, or $529 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 23% below the U.S. average: $44.08 per month here versus $57.15 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.