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How Much Is Electricity in South Carolina?

The residential electricity rate in South Carolina is 14.96¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh), ranking #21 cheapest among all 51 US states. The national average is 17.92¢/kWh, making South Carolina 17% below average.

14.96¢

Residential

#21

Price Rank

7.1%

Renewable

Residential Rate14.96¢/kWh
Commercial Rate11.05¢/kWh
Industrial Rate7.11¢/kWh
US Average (Residential)17.92¢/kWh
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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2026.