Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator 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 (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $17.63 per month.
Per hour
7.2¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.58
8 hours/day
Per month
$17.63
122 kWh
Per year
$212
1,460 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.82 | $106 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.63 | $212 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.16 | $35.26 | $423 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a food dehydrator in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.63 per month, or $212 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $17.63 per month here versus $22.86 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.