EV Charging Costs in New Jersey
At 17.88¢/kWh, New Jersey is 11% above the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey (you) | 17.88¢ | $46.93 | #40 |
| Maryland | 15.13¢ | $39.72 | #37 |
| Wisconsin | 15.94¢ | $41.84 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | 16.04¢ | $42.11 | #39 |
| Michigan | 18.47¢ | $48.48 | #41 |
| Vermont | 19.93¢ | $52.32 | #42 |
EV Charging in New Jersey: What You Need to Know
New Jersey's residential electricity rate of 17.88¢/kWh is 11% above the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $46.93 per month in charging costs — or $563.22 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,012 per year.
At $0.045 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in New Jersey costs 64% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,059 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 $10.73 in New Jersey. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $3.22 to $4.29.
Frequently Asked Questions
At New Jersey's average residential rate of 17.88¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $10.73. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $46.93.