Cost to Run a Upright Freezer 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 (24 hours/day (always on)), a upright freezer here costs $14.18 per month.
Per hour
1.9¢
at 80–180 W
Per day
$0.47
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$14.18
88 kWh
Per year
$170
1,051 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.09 | $85.15 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.18 | $170 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.37 | $341 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a upright freezer with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.18 per month, or $170 per year.
Is running a upright freezer in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $14.18 per month here versus $16.11 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.