Cost to Run a Space Heater in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a space heater here costs $48.88 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.61
8 hours/day
Per month
$48.88
365 kWh
Per year
$587
4,380 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.44 | $293 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.61 | $48.88 | $587 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.22 | $97.77 | $1,174 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a space heater in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a space heater with typical usage costs about $1.61 per day, $48.88 per month, or $587 per year.
Is running a space heater in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $48.88 per month here versus $66.76 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.