Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV 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 (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $2.13 per month.
Per hour
1.4¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
7.0¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$2.13
12 kWh
Per year
$25.56
149 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.78 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 7.0¢ | $2.13 | $25.56 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.26 | $51.12 |
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 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 7.0¢ per day, $2.13 per month, or $25.56 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 9% below the U.S. average: $2.13 per month here versus $2.34 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.