Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $45.90 per month.
Per use
$1.51
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.51
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$45.90
304 kWh
Per year
$551
3,650 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.76 | $22.95 | $276 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.51 | $45.90 | $551 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.02 | $91.81 | $1,102 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.51 per day, $45.90 per month, or $551 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $45.90 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.