Cost to Run a Gaming PC 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 (4 hours/day), a gaming pc here costs $9.67 per month.
Per hour
7.7¢
at 300–800 W
Per day
$0.32
4 hours/day
Per month
$9.67
57 kWh
Per year
$116
679 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.83 | $58.05 |
| Typical (4 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.67 | $116 |
| Heavy (8 hrs/day) | $0.64 | $19.34 | $232 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a gaming pc in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a gaming pc with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.67 per month, or $116 per year.
Is running a gaming pc in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $9.67 per month here versus $10.63 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.