Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $65.36 per month.
Per use
$2.15
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.15
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$65.36
304 kWh
Per year
$785
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.07 | $32.68 | $392 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.15 | $65.36 | $785 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $4.30 | $131 | $1,570 |
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 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.15 per day, $65.36 per month, or $785 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $65.36 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.