Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $98.50 per month.
Per use
$3.24
10 kWh per use
Per day
$3.24
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$98.50
304 kWh
Per year
$1,183
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.62 | $49.25 | $591 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $3.24 | $98.50 | $1,183 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $6.48 | $197 | $2,365 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $3.24 per day, $98.50 per month, or $1,183 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $98.50 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.