Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $47.12 per month.
Per use
$1.55
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.55
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$47.12
304 kWh
Per year
$566
3,650 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.78 | $23.56 | $283 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.55 | $47.12 | $566 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.10 | $94.24 | $1,132 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.55 per day, $47.12 per month, or $566 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $47.12 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.