Cost to Run a Pellet Stove 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 (10 hours/day), a pellet stove here costs $14.32 per month.
Per hour
4.7¢
at 200–500 W
Per day
$0.47
10 hours/day
Per month
$14.32
91 kWh
Per year
$172
1,095 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.16 | $85.96 |
| Typical (10 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.32 | $172 |
| Heavy (20 hrs/day) | $0.94 | $28.64 | $344 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pellet stove in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a pellet stove with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.32 per month, or $172 per year.
Is running a pellet stove in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $14.32 per month here versus $16.78 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.