Cost to Run a Home Sauna 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 (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $8.91 per month.
Per use
$1.03
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.29
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$8.91
52 kWh
Per year
$107
626 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.15 | $4.46 | $53.50 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.29 | $8.91 | $107 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.59 | $17.82 | $214 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a home sauna in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.91 per month, or $107 per year.
Is running a home sauna in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $8.91 per month here versus $9.80 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.