Cost to Run a Wi-Fi Router 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a wi-fi router here costs $1.37 per month.
Per hour
0.2¢
at 6–20 W
Per day
4.5¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$1.37
8.8 kWh
Per year
$16.50
105 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.25 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.37 | $16.50 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 9.0¢ | $2.75 | $33.01 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a wi-fi router in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a wi-fi router with typical usage costs about 4.5¢ per day, $1.37 per month, or $16.50 per year.
Is running a wi-fi router in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $1.37 per month here versus $1.61 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.