Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split 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 (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $28.21 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.93
8 hours/day
Per month
$28.21
195 kWh
Per year
$339
2,336 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.11 | $169 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.21 | $339 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.86 | $56.42 | $677 |
South 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 South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.93 per day, $28.21 per month, or $339 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $28.21 per month here versus $36.58 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.