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Cost to Charge an Electric Car in Florida

Rates updated July 2026 · Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration

Avg. home electricity rate15.03¢/kWh
Rank (1 = cheapest)#15 of 50
Typical EV, 1,000 mi/month$37/mo
Same miles in a 28-mpg gas car$143/mo

Homes in Florida pay an average of 15.03¢ per kWh for electricity, 18% below the national average of 18.31¢. That makes Florida in the middle of the pack for EV charging costs.

At that rate, driving 1,000 miles a month costs between $36 (Tesla Model 3) and $73 (Ford F-150 Lightning) when you charge at home on Level 2. A Tesla Model Y saves about $106 a month compared with buying gas at $4.00 a gallon.

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Cost per month$37
Full charge (0–100%)$13.19
Cost per mile$0.037
Cost per year$443
Same miles on public DC fast$101/mo

Assumes Level 2 home charging at 90% efficiency and EPA-rated range. Electricity rates: EIA residential averages, July 2026.

Cost to charge popular EVs in Florida

ModelFull chargePer milePer 1,000 miSaved vs gas
Tesla Model Y$13.193.7¢$37$106
Tesla Model 3$13.193.6¢$36$107
Hyundai IONIQ 5$14.034.4¢$44$99
Toyota bZ$12.474.0¢$40$103
Chevrolet Equinox EV$14.204.4¢$44$98
Ford Mustang Mach-E$15.205.1¢$51$92
Honda Prologue$14.204.6¢$46$97
Lexus RZ$12.864.3¢$43$100
Cadillac LYRIQ$17.035.2¢$52$91
Kia EV6$14.034.4¢$44$99
Kia EV9$16.675.5¢$55$88
Hyundai IONIQ 9$18.375.5¢$55$88
Nissan LEAF$12.534.1¢$41$102
Volkswagen ID.4$13.694.7¢$47$96
Chevrolet Bolt$10.864.1¢$41$101
Ford F-150 Lightning$21.887.3¢$73$70
Tesla Cybertruck$20.546.1¢$61$82

Full charge = 0 to 100% of usable battery at 90% charging efficiency. Most owners charge from about 20% to 80%, which costs roughly 60% of the full-charge figure.

How to pay less than the Florida average

  • Ask your utility about an EV or time-of-use plan. Off-peak overnight rates are often far below the average. Our time-of-use savings calculator shows what that's worth.
  • Schedule charging in your car's app or charger app so it starts after peak hours end.
  • Check for charger rebates from your utility before you buy hardware. Many utilities offer them even though the federal charger credit has ended.
  • Charge at home, not on fast chargers. Public DC fast charging averages around 41¢/kWh, more than double most home rates.

Nearby rates

States with similar electricity prices: Washington (14.71¢), Montana (14.99¢), North Carolina (15.16¢), Kansas (15.27¢). See all 50 states.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to charge an EV in Florida?

At the Florida average residential rate of 15.03¢/kWh, a full charge costs about $13.19 for a Tesla Model Y and $14.20 for a Chevrolet Equinox EV, including typical Level 2 charging losses.

Is it cheaper to charge an EV than buy gas in Florida?

For 1,000 miles a month, a Tesla Model Y costs about $37 in electricity versus about $143 in gas for a 28-mpg car at $4.00 a gallon.

How does Florida compare with other states?

Florida ranks #15 of 50 states for residential electricity price (1 = cheapest), at 18% below the national average.