EV Charging Costs in Arizona
At 13.16¢/kWh, Arizona is 18% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona (you) | 13.16¢ | $34.55 | #20 |
| South Dakota | 12.71¢ | $33.36 | #17 |
| Missouri | 12.72¢ | $33.39 | #18 |
| Virginia | 12.9¢ | $33.86 | #19 |
| Nevada | 13.26¢ | $34.81 | #21 |
| Texas | 13.33¢ | $34.99 | #22 |
EV Charging in Arizona: What You Need to Know
Arizona's residential electricity rate of 13.16¢/kWh is 18% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $34.55 per month in charging costs — or $414.54 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,160 per year.
At $0.033 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Arizona costs 74% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,802 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 $7.90 in Arizona. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.37 to $3.16.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Arizona's average residential rate of 13.16¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $7.90. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $34.55.