Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace 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 (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $36.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.20
5 hours/day
Per month
$36.39
213 kWh
Per year
$437
2,555 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.19 | $218 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.20 | $36.39 | $437 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.39 | $72.78 | $874 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric fireplace in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.20 per day, $36.39 per month, or $437 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $36.39 per month here versus $40.01 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.