Cost to Run a Upright Freezer 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $13.57 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.45
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$13.57
88 kWh
Per year
$163
1,051 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.79 | $81.47 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.57 | $163 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $27.14 | $326 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a upright freezer in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.45 per day, $13.57 per month, or $163 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $13.57 per month here versus $16.02 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.