Cost to Run a Heat Pump 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 heat pump here costs $115 per month.
Per hour
$0.47
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.77
8 hours/day
Per month
$115
730 kWh
Per year
$1,375
8,760 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.88 | $57.27 | $688 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.77 | $115 | $1,375 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.54 | $229 | $2,751 |
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 in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.77 per day, $115 per month, or $1,375 per year.
Is running a heat pump in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $115 per month here versus $134 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.