Electricity Rates in South Carolina & EV Charging Cost
The average residential electricity rate in South Carolina is 14.2¢/kWh (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 14% below the U.S. average, ranking #30 of 51 for price. At this rate, charging a typical 60–80 kWh EV at home costs just a few dollars. See exact costs by model below.
Residential rate
14.2¢/kWh
EIA, 2024 annual avg
Vs U.S. average
-14%
16.5¢/kWh national
Price rank
#30
of 51 (1 = highest)
Cost to charge popular EVs in South Carolina
Full 0–100% home charge at South Carolina's 14.2¢/kWh rate.
| Model | Battery | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 57.5 kWh | $9.09 |
| Tesla Model Y | 75 kWh | $11.86 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 91 kWh | $14.39 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 85 kWh | $13.44 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 77.4 kWh | $12.24 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 131 kWh | $20.71 |
| Nissan Leaf | 39 kWh | $6.17 |
| Rivian R1S | 135 kWh | $21.35 |
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Frequently asked questions
The average residential electricity rate in South Carolina is about 14.2¢/kWh (EIA, 2024 annual avg), which is 14% below the U.S. average. That makes it #30 of 51 U.S. jurisdictions by price.