Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $76.61 per month.
Per use
$2.52
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.52
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$76.61
304 kWh
Per year
$920
3,650 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.26 | $38.30 | $460 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.52 | $76.61 | $920 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.04 | $153 | $1,840 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.52 per day, $76.61 per month, or $920 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $76.61 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.