Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Iowa | South Dakota | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 13.55¢ | 13.81¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 10.26¢ | 10.43¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.40¢ | 8.45¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $112.77 | $137.24 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 832 | 994 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Iowa has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.55¢/kWh compared to South Dakota's 13.81¢/kWh — a difference of 0.26¢/kWh (1.9%).
The average monthly electric bill in Iowa is $112.77 (832 kWh/month), while in South Dakota it is $137.24 (994 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Iowa has a regulated electricity market, while South Dakota has a regulated market.
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