Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $33.93 per month.
Per hour
4.7¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.12
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$33.93
219 kWh
Per year
$407
2,628 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $16.96 | $204 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.12 | $33.93 | $407 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.23 | $67.85 | $815 |
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 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.12 per day, $33.93 per month, or $407 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $33.93 per month here versus $40.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.