Cost to Run a Refrigerator in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $17.73 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.58
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.73
109 kWh
Per year
$213
1,314 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.86 | $106 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.73 | $213 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.46 | $426 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.58 per day, $17.73 per month, or $213 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $17.73 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 25th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.