EV Charging Costs in Hawaii
At 38.57¢/kWh, Hawaii is 139% above the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #51 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii (you) | 38.57¢ | $101.25 | #51 |
| Connecticut | 25.64¢ | $67.31 | #48 |
| Rhode Island | 27.36¢ | $71.82 | #49 |
| California | 27.57¢ | $72.37 | #50 |
EV Charging in Hawaii: What You Need to Know
Hawaii's residential electricity rate of 38.57¢/kWh is 139% above the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $101.25 per month in charging costs — or $1,214.96 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $360 per year.
At $0.096 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Hawaii costs 23% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $1,800 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 $23.14 in Hawaii. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $6.94 to $9.26.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Hawaii's average residential rate of 38.57¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $23.14. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $101.25.