Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV 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 (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.02 per month.
Per hour
1.3¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.6¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.02
12 kWh
Per year
$24.21
149 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.3¢ | $1.01 | $12.11 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.6¢ | $2.02 | $24.21 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.03 | $48.43 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 55-inch tv in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.6¢ per day, $2.02 per month, or $24.21 per year.
Is running a 55-inch tv in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.02 per month here versus $2.29 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.