EV Charging Costs in Maryland
At 15.13¢/kWh, Maryland is 6% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #37 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland (you) | 15.13¢ | $39.72 | #37 |
| Delaware | 14.44¢ | $37.91 | #34 |
| District of Columbia | 14.63¢ | $38.40 | #35 |
| Colorado | 14.64¢ | $38.43 | #36 |
| Wisconsin | 15.94¢ | $41.84 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | 16.04¢ | $42.11 | #39 |
EV Charging in Maryland: What You Need to Know
Maryland's residential electricity rate of 15.13¢/kWh is 6% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $39.72 per month in charging costs — or $476.60 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,098 per year.
At $0.038 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Maryland costs 70% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,492 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 $9.08 in Maryland. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.72 to $3.63.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Maryland's average residential rate of 15.13¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $9.08. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $39.72.