Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $72.66 per month.
Per use
$2.39
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.39
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$72.66
304 kWh
Per year
$872
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.19 | $36.33 | $436 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.39 | $72.66 | $872 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $4.78 | $145 | $1,745 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.39 per day, $72.66 per month, or $872 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $72.66 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.