Cost to Run a Hair Dryer 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 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $0.95 per month.
Per use
3.1¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.1¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$0.95
6.1 kWh
Per year
$11.46
73 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.48 | $5.73 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.95 | $11.46 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.3¢ | $1.91 | $22.92 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hair dryer in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.1¢ per day, $0.95 per month, or $11.46 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $0.95 per month here versus $1.12 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.