Cost to Run a Well Pump 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 (2 hours/day), a well pump here costs $8.82 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.29
2 hours/day
Per month
$8.82
61 kWh
Per year
$106
730 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.41 | $52.92 |
| Typical (2 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.82 | $106 |
| Heavy (4 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.63 | $212 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a well pump in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a well pump with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.82 per month, or $106 per year.
Is running a well pump in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $8.82 per month here versus $11.43 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.