Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner 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 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.80 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.26
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.80
46 kWh
Per year
$93.62
548 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.90 | $46.81 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.80 | $93.62 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.60 | $187 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.80 per month, or $93.62 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 9% below the U.S. average: $7.80 per month here versus $8.57 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.