Cost to Run a 65-Inch TV in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 65-inch tv here costs $2.62 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.62
17 kWh
Per year
$31.45
204 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.72 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.62 | $31.45 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.24 | $62.90 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 65-inch tv in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.6¢ per day, $2.62 per month, or $31.45 per year.
Is running a 65-inch tv in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $2.62 per month here versus $3.11 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.