Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner 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 (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.55 per month.
Per use
6.3¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
1.8¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$0.55
3.5 kWh
Per year
$6.55
42 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 0.9¢ | $0.27 | $3.27 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.55 | $6.55 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 3.6¢ | $1.09 | $13.10 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a vacuum cleaner in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 1.8¢ per day, $0.55 per month, or $6.55 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $0.55 per month here versus $0.64 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.