EV Charging Cost Estimator in South Dakota
Calculate EV charging costs in South Dakota at home and on the go. Compare charging vs gas costs using local electricity rates ($0.131/kWh) and gas prices.
What South Dakota Residents Should Know
Home charging is where EV owners in South Dakota see the biggest savings. At the state average of $0.131 per kWh, a Level 2 home charger costs roughly $0.04 per mile. Compare that to $0.10 per mile for a 30-mpg gas car fueled at $3.05 per gallon, and you are looking at roughly $62 in monthly savings if you drive about 1,000 miles.
Even without time-of-use pricing, home charging in South Dakota remains significantly cheaper than gasoline. A full overnight charge on a Level 2 charger adds only $8–$10 to your electricity bill for 200–250 miles of range. Public DC fast charging is convenient on the road but typically costs 2–3 times more per kWh, so home charging should be your default whenever possible.
South Dakota households currently pay an average of $130 per month for electricity. Adding an EV to the household typically raises the bill by $39–$52 per month (for 1,000–1,300 miles of driving), which is still far less than the $101–$131 per month you would spend on gasoline for the same distance. Use the calculator above to enter your exact driving habits and see how much you could save.
Avg. Electricity Rate
$0.131/kWh
Avg. monthly bill: $130
Regular Gas Price
$3.05/gal
Natural gas: $0.90/therm
Available Incentives in South Dakota
| Incentive | Type | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (30D) | tax credit | $7,500 | Tax credit for purchasing a new qualifying electric vehicle. Vehicle must be assembled in North America and meet battery component and critical mineral requirements. Credit is split into $3,750 for battery components and $3,750 for critical minerals. |
| Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (25E) | tax credit | 30% | Tax credit for purchasing a qualifying used electric vehicle from a licensed dealer. Vehicle must be at least 2 model years old and priced at $25,000 or less. Credit is 30% of the sale price, up to $4,000. |
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