Cost to Run a Slow Cooker 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 (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.05 per month.
Per use
$0.16
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.7¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.05
13 kWh
Per year
$24.56
156 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.02 | $12.28 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.7¢ | $2.05 | $24.56 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.13 | $4.09 | $49.12 |
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 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.7¢ per day, $2.05 per month, or $24.56 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $2.05 per month here versus $2.40 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.