Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV 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 (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.81 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
5.9¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.81
12 kWh
Per year
$21.67
149 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.90 | $10.84 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 5.9¢ | $1.81 | $21.67 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.61 | $43.35 |
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 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.81 per month, or $21.67 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 23% below the U.S. average: $1.81 per month here versus $2.34 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.