Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $44.08 per month.
Per use
$1.45
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.45
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$44.08
304 kWh
Per year
$529
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.72 | $22.04 | $265 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.45 | $44.08 | $529 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $2.90 | $88.16 | $1,059 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.45 per day, $44.08 per month, or $529 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $44.08 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.