Cost to Run a Slow Cooker 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 (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.23 per month.
Per use
$0.17
1 kWh per use
Per day
7.3¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.23
13 kWh
Per year
$26.75
156 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.11 | $13.37 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 7.3¢ | $2.23 | $26.75 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.15 | $4.46 | $53.50 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a slow cooker in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 7.3¢ per day, $2.23 per month, or $26.75 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $2.23 per month here versus $2.45 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.