Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV 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 (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.95 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.4¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.95
12 kWh
Per year
$23.47
149 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.73 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.4¢ | $1.95 | $23.47 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.91 | $46.93 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 55-inch tv in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.95 per month, or $23.47 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $1.95 per month here versus $2.29 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.