Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop 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 (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $7.28 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.24
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.28
43 kWh
Per year
$87.38
511 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.64 | $43.69 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.28 | $87.38 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.56 | $175 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a induction cooktop in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.28 per month, or $87.38 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $7.28 per month here versus $8.00 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.