Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $49.86 per month.
Per use
$1.64
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.64
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$49.86
304 kWh
Per year
$599
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.82 | $24.93 | $299 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.64 | $49.86 | $599 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.28 | $99.71 | $1,197 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.64 per day, $49.86 per month, or $599 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $49.86 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.