Cost to Run a Hot Tub 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 (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $25.73 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.85
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$25.73
150 kWh
Per year
$309
1,807 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.87 | $154 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.85 | $25.73 | $309 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.69 | $51.46 | $618 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hot tub in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.85 per day, $25.73 per month, or $309 per year.
Is running a hot tub in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $25.73 per month here versus $28.29 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.