Cost to Run a Refrigerator 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 refrigerator here costs $18.71 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.62
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$18.71
109 kWh
Per year
$225
1,314 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.36 | $112 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.71 | $225 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.23 | $37.43 | $449 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.62 per day, $18.71 per month, or $225 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $18.71 per month here versus $20.57 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.