Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th 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 $45.30 per month.
Per use
$1.49
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.49
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$45.30
304 kWh
Per year
$544
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.74 | $22.65 | $272 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.49 | $45.30 | $544 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $2.98 | $90.59 | $1,088 |
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 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.49 per day, $45.30 per month, or $544 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: $45.30 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.