EV Charging Costs in Connecticut
At 25.64¢/kWh, Connecticut is 59% above the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (you) | 25.64¢ | $67.31 | #48 |
| New Hampshire | 22.57¢ | $59.25 | #45 |
| Alaska | 23.13¢ | $60.72 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | 25.51¢ | $66.96 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | 27.36¢ | $71.82 | #49 |
| California | 27.57¢ | $72.37 | #50 |
EV Charging in Connecticut: What You Need to Know
Connecticut's residential electricity rate of 25.64¢/kWh is 59% above the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $67.31 per month in charging costs — or $807.66 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $767 per year.
At $0.064 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Connecticut costs 49% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $3,837 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 $15.38 in Connecticut. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $4.62 to $6.15.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Connecticut's average residential rate of 25.64¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $15.38. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $67.31.