Average Electric Bill in North Dakota
The typical North Dakota household pays $125.1 a month for electricity. See the numbers by home size, compare with the US average, and estimate your own bill.
$125.1
886 kWh × 0.14 $/kWh (EIA, Jun 2026)
Residential rate
$0.14
per kWh
vs US average bill
-23%
cheaper
Bill rank
#46
of 51 (1 = highest)
Average bill by home size in North Dakota
Same North Dakota rate, different home sizes. Typical usage figures are national estimates — open a size to see the full breakdown.
North Dakota electricity bill calculator
Prefilled with North Dakota's average residential rate. Enter your own usage or appliance power to see how your bill compares.
$94.72
600 kWh · ≈ $3.11/day
Per day
$3.11
Per year
$1,136.64
7,200 kWh/yr
Cost breakdown
- Energy89%
- Fixed charge11%
Estimate only. Check your official utility bill for exact charges.
About electricity bills in North Dakota
What the average includes
The average above is energy cost only: typical household usage × North Dakota's average residential rate from the EIA. Utilities also add a fixed monthly service charge and, in some areas, tax — expect real bills to run $10–$25 higher.
Lowering your bill
The fastest wins are heating, cooling, and water heating — usually half the bill combined. Use the savings planner to size up LED, thermostat, and appliance changes before spending money.
Frequently asked questions
The average North Dakota household pays about $125.1 a month, based on typical usage of 886 kWh at the state average residential rate of 0.14 $/kWh (EIA, Jun 2026). Larger homes and heavy AC or heating use push bills above this figure.