EV Charging Costs in South Carolina
At 13.68¢/kWh, South Carolina is 15% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #25 cheapest out of 51.
Data: EIA residential electricity rates · EPA vehicle efficiency · March 2026
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Similar States by Electricity Rate
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina (you) | 13.68¢ | $35.91 | #25 |
| Texas | 13.33¢ | $34.99 | #22 |
| Georgia | 13.4¢ | $35.18 | #23 |
| Ohio | 13.62¢ | $35.75 | #24 |
| Iowa | 14.02¢ | $36.80 | #26 |
| New Mexico | 14.05¢ | $36.88 | #27 |
EV Charging in South Carolina: What You Need to Know
South Carolina's residential electricity rate of 13.68¢/kWh is 15% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $35.91 per month in charging costs — or $430.92 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,144 per year.
At $0.034 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in South Carolina costs 73% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,720 in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
A full charge on a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery, 272 miles of range) costs $8.21 in South Carolina. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.46 to $3.28.
Frequently Asked Questions
At South Carolina's average residential rate of 13.68¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $8.21. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $35.91.