Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) 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 (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $88.16 per month.
Per hour
$0.72
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$2.90
4 hours/day
Per month
$88.16
608 kWh
Per year
$1,059
7,300 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.45 | $44.08 | $529 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $2.90 | $88.16 | $1,059 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $5.80 | $176 | $2,117 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pool heater (heat pump) in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $2.90 per day, $88.16 per month, or $1,059 per year.
Is running a pool heater (heat pump) in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $88.16 per month here versus $114 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.