Cost to Run a Heat Pump Dryer 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 (5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each), a heat pump dryer here costs $4.09 per month.
Per use
$0.19
1.3 kWh per use
Per day
$0.13
5 uses/week at 1.3 kWh each
Per month
$4.09
28 kWh
Per year
$49.14
339 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.05 | $24.57 |
| Typical (5×/week) | $0.13 | $4.09 | $49.14 |
| Heavy (10×/week) | $0.27 | $8.19 | $98.29 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a heat pump dryer in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a heat pump dryer with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $4.09 per month, or $49.14 per year.
Is running a heat pump dryer in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $4.09 per month here versus $5.31 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.