Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $45.60 per month.
Per use
$1.50
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.50
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$45.60
304 kWh
Per year
$548
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.75 | $22.80 | $274 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.50 | $45.60 | $548 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.00 | $91.20 | $1,095 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.50 per day, $45.60 per month, or $548 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $45.60 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.