Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $86.94 per month.
Per use
$2.86
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.86
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$86.94
304 kWh
Per year
$1,044
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.43 | $43.47 | $522 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.86 | $86.94 | $1,044 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.72 | $174 | $2,088 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.86 per day, $86.94 per month, or $1,044 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $86.94 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.