Average Electric Bill in North Charleston, SC
What a typical household in North Charleston pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in North Charleston pays about $150.60/month for electricity at roughly 14.59¢/kWh. Basis: Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in South Carolina over 12 months — the rate environment North Charleston households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc · 696,385 residential customers |
| State context | South Carolina: $185.87/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 115,613 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in North Charleston?
Expect roughly $150.60 per month for a typical household in North Charleston — based on Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in North Charleston?
About 14.59¢ per kWh (Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in North Charleston pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in North Charleston higher or lower than the South Carolina average?
Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc averages $150.60 — below the state average of $185.87.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc) · EIA residential retail-sales series (South Carolina) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.