Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower 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 (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.06 per month.
Per use
$0.24
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.5¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.06
6.5 kWh
Per year
$12.67
78 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.53 | $6.34 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.67 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 6.9¢ | $2.11 | $25.34 |
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 lawn mower in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.5¢ per day, $1.06 per month, or $12.67 per year.
Is running a electric lawn mower in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $1.06 per month here versus $1.20 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.