Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) 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 (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $51.98 per month.
Per use
$1.71
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.71
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$51.98
304 kWh
Per year
$624
3,650 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.86 | $25.99 | $312 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.71 | $51.98 | $624 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.42 | $104 | $1,248 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.71 per day, $51.98 per month, or $624 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 9% below the U.S. average: $51.98 per month here versus $57.15 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.