Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $70.83 per month.
Per use
$2.33
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.33
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$70.83
304 kWh
Per year
$850
3,650 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.17 | $35.42 | $425 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.33 | $70.83 | $850 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $4.66 | $142 | $1,701 |
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 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.33 per day, $70.83 per month, or $850 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $70.83 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.