Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 46.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 148% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $142 per month.
Per use
$4.66
10 kWh per use
Per day
$4.66
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$142
304 kWh
Per year
$1,701
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $2.33 | $70.83 | $850 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $4.66 | $142 | $1,701 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $9.32 | $283 | $3,402 |
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 46.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $4.66 per day, $142 per month, or $1,701 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 148% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $142 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 46.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.