Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) 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 (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $1.88 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
6.2¢
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$1.88
12 kWh
Per year
$22.63
146 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11.31 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 6.2¢ | $1.88 | $22.63 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.12 | $3.77 | $45.26 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.88 per month, or $22.63 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $1.88 per month here versus $2.23 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.