Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $26.46 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.87
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.46
195 kWh
Per year
$318
2,336 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.23 | $159 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.46 | $318 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.92 | $635 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ductless mini-split in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.46 per month, or $318 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $26.46 per month here versus $35.80 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.