EV Charging Costs in Illinois
At 14.13¢/kWh, Illinois is 12% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois (you) | 14.13¢ | $37.09 | #30 |
| New Mexico | 14.05¢ | $36.88 | #27 |
| Kansas | 14.09¢ | $36.99 | #28 |
| Florida | 14.13¢ | $37.09 | #29 |
| Indiana | 14.16¢ | $37.17 | #31 |
| Minnesota | 14.21¢ | $37.30 | #32 |
EV Charging in Illinois: What You Need to Know
Illinois's residential electricity rate of 14.13¢/kWh is 12% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $37.09 per month in charging costs — or $445.10 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,130 per year.
At $0.035 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Illinois costs 72% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,650 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 $8.48 in Illinois. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.54 to $3.39.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Illinois's average residential rate of 14.13¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $8.48. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $37.09.