Electricity Cost in North Dakota
The average residential electricity rate in North Dakota is 13.61¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $122 per month or $1470 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
13.61 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$122.49
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1469.88
vs national (monthly)
$-43.47
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How North Dakota Compares
State rate
13.61 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
-26.2%
Category
much lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in North Dakota costs 26% less than the national average.
- North Dakota ranks #46 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in North Dakota is among the 10 least expensive states.
- North Dakota has a value score of 97, indicating strong affordability and freshness.
- North Dakota shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in North Dakota?
- The average residential electricity rate in North Dakota is 13.61 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $122.49.
- Is electricity in North Dakota cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in North Dakota costs about $43.47 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in North Dakota?
- At the average rate of 13.61¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $122.49 per month, or about $1469.88 per year.