Cost to Run a 65-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 65-inch tv here costs $2.67 per month.
Per hour
1.7¢
at 80–150 W
Per day
8.8¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.67
17 kWh
Per year
$32.06
204 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.34 | $16.03 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 8.8¢ | $2.67 | $32.06 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.34 | $64.12 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 65-inch tv in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a 65-inch tv with typical usage costs about 8.8¢ per day, $2.67 per month, or $32.06 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 15% below the U.S. average: $2.67 per month here versus $3.13 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.