Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $146 per month.
Per use
$4.80
10 kWh per use
Per day
$4.80
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$146
304 kWh
Per year
$1,752
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $2.40 | $72.96 | $876 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $4.80 | $146 | $1,752 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $9.60 | $292 | $3,504 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $4.80 per day, $146 per month, or $1,752 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $146 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.