What is the average electricity rate in Rapid City, South Dakota?

The average residential electricity rate in Rapid City is approximately 13.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Rapid City?

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

Which electric company serves Rapid City, South Dakota?

Electricity in Rapid City is distributed by Black Hills Power, Inc. and West River Electric Assn Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Rapid City?

Rapid City 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 Rapid City electricity rates compare to South Dakota averages?

Rapid City's electricity rate of 13.69¢/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 Rapid City?

To start electric service in Rapid City, contact Black Hills Power, Inc. and West River Electric Assn Inc. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Rapid City, South Dakota

Rapid City is served by Black Hills Power, Inc. and West River Electric Assn Inc. Utilities covering Pennington County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.69¢/kWh — below the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $113. Natural gas in Rapid City is distributed by Black Hills Energy.

Compared to the South Dakota state average of 15.73¢/kWh/kWh, Rapid City's electricity rate of 13.69¢/kWh is 2.04¢ below the South Dakota average. As South Dakota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Rapid City

Black Hills Power, Inc.
West River Electric Assn Inc
Black Hills Electric Coop, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Rapid City

Black Hills Energy
MidAmerican Energy South Dakota

Rapid City vs South Dakota Energy Rates

Metric	Rapid City	South Dakota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.69¢	15.73¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.86	$0.86	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$113	$127	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Rapid City Residents

As a South Dakota city, Rapid City 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 Rapid City 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 Rapid City, South Dakota

The average residential electricity rate in Rapid City is approximately 13.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Rapid City pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $0.86/therm per therm.
Electricity in Rapid City is distributed by Black Hills Power, Inc. and West River Electric Assn Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Rapid City 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.
Rapid City's electricity rate of 13.69¢/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 Rapid City, contact Black Hills Power, Inc. and West River Electric Assn Inc. 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.