Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $65.66 per month.
Per use
$2.16
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.16
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$65.66
304 kWh
Per year
$788
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.08 | $32.83 | $394 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.16 | $65.66 | $788 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $4.32 | $131 | $1,577 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.16 per day, $65.66 per month, or $788 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $65.66 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.