Rank 20 of 51 states, EIA August 2026 prices
South Carolina electricity rates and EV charging cost
At 15.76¢/kWh — South Carolina's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about $5.28 per 100 miles and $59.40 a month for 13,500 miles a year. That is 13% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is up from 15.47¢ in July 2026.
Per month
$59.4013,500 miles a year
- Electricity price
- 15.76¢per kWh, −13% vs U.S.
- Per 100 miles
- $5.2833.5 kWh/100 mi EV
- Rank
- #20of 51, 1 is cheapest
- Per month
- $59.4013,500 miles a year
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Electricity price trend in South Carolina
Average residential price, cents per kWh, last 13 months (EIA).
EV vs gas in South Carolina
Regular gasoline averaged $3.860 a gallon in the Lower Atlantic region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $12.87 per 100 miles, versus $5.28 for a typical EV — $1,024.25 a year in favor of the EV.
Charging cost for popular EVs in South Carolina
At 15.76¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.
| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 26.9 | $4.23 | $47.63 | $14.27 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 26.4 | $4.16 | $46.76 | $14.38 |
| Tesla Model S | 32.5 | $5.12 | $57.60 | $17.82 |
| Tesla Model X | 34.2 | $5.40 | $60.72 | $17.76 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 42.9 | $6.76 | $76.07 | $21.98 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $5.14 | $57.83 | $15.78 |
| Chevrolet Blazer EV | 35.6 | $5.62 | $63.20 | $15.90 |
| Chevrolet Silverado EV | 49.6 | $7.81 | $87.86 | $22.33 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $5.30 | $59.64 | $12.72 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $7.55 | $84.95 | $24.16 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 34.5 | $5.44 | $61.16 | $14.62 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 28.0 | $4.41 | $49.64 | $13.94 |
| Hyundai Kona Electric | 29.1 | $4.58 | $51.56 | $11.96 |
| Kia EV6 | 31.6 | $4.98 | $55.99 | $14.68 |
| Kia EV9 | 40.0 | $6.30 | $70.92 | $17.84 |
| Honda Prologue | 34.1 | $5.37 | $60.41 | $15.79 |
| Rivian R1S | 43.1 | $6.80 | $76.46 | $21.54 |
| Rivian R1T | 43.1 | $6.80 | $76.46 | $21.54 |
| Cadillac Lyriq | 38.0 | $5.99 | $67.34 | $19.09 |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | 31.6 | $4.98 | $56.02 | $10.26 |
| Nissan Leaf | 30.4 | $4.80 | $53.95 | $7.14 |
| Nissan Ariya | 35.3 | $5.56 | $62.58 | $11.40 |
| Toyota bZ | 28.0 | $4.41 | $49.64 | $12.71 |
| Subaru Solterra | 28.9 | $4.56 | $51.28 | $12.67 |
| BMW i4 | 33.4 | $5.27 | $59.23 | $15.11 |
| Lucid Air | 27.3 | $4.30 | $48.41 | $17.04 |
South Carolina vs neighboring states
South Carolina and its neighbors are outlined on the map.
| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 14.95 | $5.01 | $56.34 |
| South Carolina | 15.76 | $5.28 | $59.40 |
| Georgia | 15.90 | $5.33 | $59.92 |
Monthly electricity prices in South Carolina
| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | 15.76 | $5.28 |
| July 2026 | 15.47 | $5.18 |
| June 2026 | 15.55 | $5.21 |
| May 2026 | 16.18 | $5.42 |
| April 2026 | 17.06 | $5.72 |
| March 2026 | 16.46 | $5.51 |
| February 2026 | 16.15 | $5.41 |
| January 2026 | 15.41 | $5.16 |
| December 2025 | 14.94 | $5.00 |
| November 2025 | 15.68 | $5.25 |
| October 2025 | 15.82 | $5.30 |
| September 2025 | 15.51 | $5.20 |
| August 2025 | 15.16 | $5.08 |
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to charge an EV in South Carolina?
About $5.28 per 100 miles, $59.40 a month or $712.75 a year for 13,500 miles, at 15.76¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.
What is the average electricity price in South Carolina?
15.76 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 13% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢.
Is it cheaper to drive an EV than a gas car in South Carolina?
On fuel, yes: about $712.75 a year for the EV versus $1,737.00 for a 30 mpg gas car at $3.860/gal (EIA Lower Atlantic average).
How does South Carolina compare with neighboring states?
North Carolina has lower residential electricity prices than South Carolina.