Cost to Run a Pool Heater (Heat Pump) 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 (4 hours/day), a pool heater (heat pump) here costs $95.46 per month.
Per hour
$0.79
at 4,000–11,000 W
Per day
$3.14
4 hours/day
Per month
$95.46
608 kWh
Per year
$1,146
7,300 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $1.57 | $47.73 | $573 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $3.14 | $95.46 | $1,146 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $6.28 | $191 | $2,292 |
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 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a pool heater (heat pump) with typical usage costs about $3.14 per day, $95.46 per month, or $1,146 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 15% below the U.S. average: $95.46 per month here versus $112 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.