Cost to Run a Hair Dryer 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 0.2 kWh each), a hair dryer here costs $1.04 per month.
Per use
3.4¢
0.2 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
7 uses/week at 0.2 kWh each
Per month
$1.04
6.1 kWh
Per year
$12.48
73 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.24 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.48 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.08 | $24.97 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hair dryer in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a hair dryer with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.04 per month, or $12.48 per year.
Is running a hair dryer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.04 per month here versus $1.14 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.