Cost to Run a 3D Printer in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 17.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.34 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.4¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.34
7.8 kWh
Per year
$16.05
94 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.67 | $8.02 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.4¢ | $1.34 | $16.05 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 8.8¢ | $2.67 | $32.10 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.4¢ per day, $1.34 per month, or $16.05 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.34 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 17.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.