Cost to Run a Chest Freezer in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $10.64 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.35
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$10.64
66 kWh
Per year
$128
788 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.32 | $63.86 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.64 | $128 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.28 | $255 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a chest freezer in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.35 per day, $10.64 per month, or $128 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $10.64 per month here versus $12.08 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.