EV Charging Costs in Maine
At 21.59¢/kWh, Maine is 34% above the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine (you) | 21.59¢ | $56.67 | #43 |
| New Jersey | 17.88¢ | $46.93 | #40 |
| Michigan | 18.47¢ | $48.48 | #41 |
| Vermont | 19.93¢ | $52.32 | #42 |
| New York | 22.25¢ | $58.41 | #44 |
| New Hampshire | 22.57¢ | $59.25 | #45 |
EV Charging in Maine: What You Need to Know
Maine's residential electricity rate of 21.59¢/kWh is 34% above the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $56.67 per month in charging costs — or $680.09 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $895 per year.
At $0.054 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Maine costs 57% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $4,475 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 $12.95 in Maine. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $3.89 to $5.18.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Maine's average residential rate of 21.59¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $12.95. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $56.67.