Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner 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 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.24
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.39
46 kWh
Per year
$88.70
548 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.69 | $44.35 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.39 | $88.70 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.77 | $177 |
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 stove burner in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.39 per month, or $88.70 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $7.39 per month here versus $8.39 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.