Cost to Run a Heat Pump in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a heat pump here costs $112 per month.
Per hour
$0.46
at 1,000–5,000 W
Per day
$3.70
8 hours/day
Per month
$112
730 kWh
Per year
$1,349
8,760 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.85 | $56.18 | $675 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.70 | $112 | $1,349 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.39 | $225 | $2,698 |
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 15.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a heat pump with typical usage costs about $3.70 per day, $112 per month, or $1,349 per year.
Is running a heat pump in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $112 per month here versus $134 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.