Cost to Run a Security Camera (Wired) 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 security camera (wired) here costs $0.62 per month.
Per hour
0.1¢
at 3–10 W
Per day
2.1¢
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$0.62
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.49
44 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | 1.0¢ | $0.31 | $3.74 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.62 | $7.49 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $14.98 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a security camera (wired) in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a security camera (wired) with typical usage costs about 2.1¢ per day, $0.62 per month, or $7.49 per year.
Is running a security camera (wired) in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $0.62 per month here versus $0.69 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.