EV Charging Costs in Virginia
At 12.9¢/kWh, Virginia is 20% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia (you) | 12.9¢ | $33.86 | #19 |
| Mississippi | 12.62¢ | $33.13 | #16 |
| South Dakota | 12.71¢ | $33.36 | #17 |
| Missouri | 12.72¢ | $33.39 | #18 |
| Arizona | 13.16¢ | $34.55 | #20 |
| Nevada | 13.26¢ | $34.81 | #21 |
EV Charging in Virginia: What You Need to Know
Virginia's residential electricity rate of 12.9¢/kWh is 20% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $33.86 per month in charging costs — or $406.35 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,169 per year.
At $0.032 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Virginia costs 74% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,843 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 $7.74 in Virginia. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.32 to $3.10.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Virginia's average residential rate of 12.9¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $7.74. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $33.86.