EV Charging Costs in Alabama
At 14.3¢/kWh, Alabama is 11% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama (you) | 14.3¢ | $37.54 | #33 |
| Illinois | 14.13¢ | $37.09 | #30 |
| Indiana | 14.16¢ | $37.17 | #31 |
| Minnesota | 14.21¢ | $37.30 | #32 |
| Delaware | 14.44¢ | $37.91 | #34 |
| District of Columbia | 14.63¢ | $38.40 | #35 |
EV Charging in Alabama: What You Need to Know
Alabama's residential electricity rate of 14.3¢/kWh is 11% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $37.54 per month in charging costs — or $450.45 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,125 per year.
At $0.036 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Alabama costs 71% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,623 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 $8.58 in Alabama. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.57 to $3.43.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Alabama's average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $8.58. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $37.54.