Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $34.36 per month.
Per hour
4.7¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.13
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$34.36
219 kWh
Per year
$413
2,628 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.18 | $206 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.13 | $34.36 | $413 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.26 | $68.73 | $825 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a oxygen concentrator in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.13 per day, $34.36 per month, or $413 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $34.36 per month here versus $40.27 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.