What is the average electricity rate in Pierre, South Dakota?

The average residential electricity rate in Pierre is approximately 11.12¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Pierre?

Natural gas customers in Pierre pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $0.86/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Pierre, South Dakota?

Electricity in Pierre is distributed by NorthWestern Energy and City of Pierre. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Pierre?

Pierre natural gas service is provided by Black Hills Energy and MidAmerican Energy South Dakota. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Pierre electricity rates compare to South Dakota averages?

Pierre's electricity rate of 11.12¢/kWh is below the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Pierre?

To start electric service in Pierre, contact NorthWestern Energy and City of Pierre. For gas service, contact Black Hills Energy and MidAmerican Energy South Dakota. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Pierre, South Dakota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Pierre, South Dakota

Pierre is served by NorthWestern Energy and City of Pierre. Utilities covering Hughes County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.12¢/kWh — below the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $109. Natural gas in Pierre is distributed by Black Hills Energy.

Compared to the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh/kWh, Pierre's electricity rate of 11.12¢/kWh is 4.61¢ below the South Dakota average. As South Dakota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Pierre

NorthWestern Energy
City of Pierre

Natural Gas Utility in Pierre

Black Hills Energy
MidAmerican Energy South Dakota

Pierre vs South Dakota Energy Rates

Metric	Pierre	South Dakota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.12¢	15.73¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.86	$0.86	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$109	$127	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Pierre Residents

As a South Dakota city, Pierre residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ South Dakota LIHEAP
✅ SD Energy Assistance Program
✅ Weatherization Assistance
✅ Black Hills Energy Efficiency Rebates

Energy-Saving Tips for Pierre Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Pierre, South Dakota

The average residential electricity rate in Pierre is approximately 11.12¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Pierre pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $0.86/therm per therm.
Electricity in Pierre is distributed by NorthWestern Energy and City of Pierre. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Pierre natural gas service is provided by Black Hills Energy and MidAmerican Energy South Dakota. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Pierre's electricity rate of 11.12¢/kWh is below the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Pierre, contact NorthWestern Energy and City of Pierre. For gas service, contact Black Hills Energy and MidAmerican Energy South Dakota. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.