Cost to Run a Chest Freezer 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a chest freezer here costs $11.23 per month.
Per hour
1.5¢
at 60–150 W
Per day
$0.37
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$11.23
66 kWh
Per year
$135
788 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.61 | $67.41 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.23 | $135 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.74 | $22.46 | $270 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a chest freezer with typical usage costs about $0.37 per day, $11.23 per month, or $135 per year.
Is running a chest freezer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $11.23 per month here versus $12.34 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.