Cost to Run a Electric Lawn Mower 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 (1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each), a electric lawn mower here costs $1.11 per month.
Per use
$0.26
1.5 kWh per use
Per day
3.7¢
1 use/week at 1.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.11
6.5 kWh
Per year
$13.37
78 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.69 |
| Typical (1×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.11 | $13.37 |
| Heavy (2×/week) | 7.3¢ | $2.23 | $26.75 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric lawn mower with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.11 per month, or $13.37 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 9% below the U.S. average: $1.11 per month here versus $1.22 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.