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EV Charging Costs in South Carolina
Data updated: February 16, 2026
South Carolina ranks #28 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.16/kWh. South Carolina has an EV adoption rate of 1.8% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 1,149 Level 2 ports and 865 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #28 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
642
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in South Carolina
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 2.8%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| South Carolina Utility Average | $0.16/kWh |
| South Carolina Municipal Utility | $0.15/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose South Carolina for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in South Carolina
View more South Carolina cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Charleston Metro | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Charleston Suburbs | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in South Carolina
Level 2 Ports
1,149
DC Fast Ports
865
Stations per 100k Residents
11.9
US average: 23.0
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How South Carolina Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #28 | 865 |
| North Carolina | $0.15/kWh | #20 | 1,757 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | #11 | 2,053 |
| Arkansas | $0.13/kWh | #3 | 257 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | #4 | 375 |
| Oklahoma | $0.13/kWh | #8 | 989 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in South Carolina?
For most drivers in South Carolina, 1,000 monthly miles usually lands near $42.11 in home-charging cost at the current $0.16/kWh benchmark.
How do city charging rates vary inside South Carolina?
Charleston is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Columbia reaches about $0.16/kWh.
How strong is charging access across South Carolina?
South Carolina shows about 642 public charging locations, 865 DC fast ports, and roughly 11.9 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is South Carolina cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Arkansas is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while South Carolina is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in South Carolina?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Tesla Destination, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.