Cost to Run a Slow Cooker 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 (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.89 per month.
Per use
$0.14
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.2¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.89
13 kWh
Per year
$22.68
156 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11.34 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.2¢ | $1.89 | $22.68 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.78 | $45.36 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a slow cooker in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.89 per month, or $22.68 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.89 per month here versus $2.45 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.