Cost to Run a 55-Inch TV in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a 55-inch tv here costs $1.93 per month.
Per hour
1.2¢
at 60–120 W
Per day
6.3¢
5 hours/day
Per month
$1.93
12 kWh
Per year
$23.17
149 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | 3.2¢ | $0.96 | $11.58 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | 6.3¢ | $1.93 | $23.17 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.86 | $46.33 |
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 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a 55-inch tv with typical usage costs about 6.3¢ per day, $1.93 per month, or $23.17 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 15% below the U.S. average: $1.93 per month here versus $2.28 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.