Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $76.61 per month.
Per use
$2.52
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.52
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$76.61
304 kWh
Per year
$920
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.26 | $38.30 | $460 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.52 | $76.61 | $920 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.04 | $153 | $1,840 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.52 per day, $76.61 per month, or $920 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $76.61 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.