Cost to Run a Refrigerator 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 refrigerator here costs $16.96 per month.
Per hour
2.3¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.56
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$16.96
109 kWh
Per year
$204
1,314 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.48 | $102 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.56 | $16.96 | $204 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.12 | $33.93 | $407 |
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 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.56 per day, $16.96 per month, or $204 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $16.96 per month here versus $20.03 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.