Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $37.43 per month.
Per hour
5.1¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.23
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$37.43
219 kWh
Per year
$449
2,628 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.71 | $225 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.23 | $37.43 | $449 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.46 | $74.86 | $899 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a oxygen concentrator in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.23 per day, $37.43 per month, or $449 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $37.43 per month here versus $41.15 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.