Cost to Run a Food Dehydrator 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 (8 hours/day), a food dehydrator here costs $19.09 per month.
Per hour
7.8¢
at 300–1,000 W
Per day
$0.63
8 hours/day
Per month
$19.09
122 kWh
Per year
$229
1,460 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.55 | $115 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.09 | $229 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.26 | $38.18 | $458 |
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 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a food dehydrator with typical usage costs about $0.63 per day, $19.09 per month, or $229 per year.
Is running a food dehydrator in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $19.09 per month here versus $22.37 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.