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South Carolina (SC) Residential Power Analysis

How Much Does It Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner (12,000 BTU) in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, running a Window Air Conditioner (12,000 BTU) (1200W) costs an estimated $0.91 per day or $27.56 per month, based on the current average residential electricity rate of 14.52¢ per kWh.

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Hourly Cost $0.174 Per operating hour
Daily Cost $0.91 Based on 8h/day usage
Monthly Cost $27.56 ~189.8 kWh per month
Annual Cost $330.71 Total yearly electric impact

How South Carolina's Rates Compare to the U.S. National Average

The average residential electricity rate in South Carolina is 14.52¢/kWh, which is 9.3% lower than the national benchmark of 16.0¢/kWh.

In South Carolina $27.56 / month
U.S. National Average $30.37 / month

South Carolina residents enjoy competitive electricity rates compared to the rest of the nation, keeping the operating costs of high-draw appliances relatively affordable.

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