Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $49.55 per month.
Per use
$1.63
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.63
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$49.55
304 kWh
Per year
$595
3,650 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.82 | $24.78 | $297 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.63 | $49.55 | $595 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.26 | $99.10 | $1,190 |
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 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.63 per day, $49.55 per month, or $595 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 13% below the U.S. average: $49.55 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.