Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $26.07 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.86
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.07
195 kWh
Per year
$313
2,336 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.04 | $157 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.07 | $313 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.72 | $52.14 | $626 |
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 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.86 per day, $26.07 per month, or $313 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 27% below the U.S. average: $26.07 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.