EV Charging Cost in Kentucky (2026)
What Kentucky drivers actually pay to charge at home, by EV model, with the state’s average rate filled in for you.
At Kentucky’s average residential rate of about 13.1¢/kWh, charging a typical EV at home costs about $37 a month for 1,000 miles, versus about $47 at the 16.5¢/kWh US average. That is roughly 3.7¢ per mile, well below the US average. Enter your own rate below for an exact figure.
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Monthly charging cost in Kentucky, by EV model
At 13.1¢/kWh and 1,000 miles a month. Tap a model for its full page.
| EV model | Battery | Per charge | Per month | Per 100 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 75 kWh | $9.83 | $37.43 | $3.74 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 58 kWh | $7.53 | $32.75 | $3.28 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 84 kWh | $11.00 | $40.94 | $4.09 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 91 kWh | $11.92 | $43.67 | $4.37 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 85 kWh | $11.14 | $40.94 | $4.09 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 98 kWh | $12.84 | $62.38 | $6.24 |
| Kia EV6 | 84 kWh | $11.00 | $39.70 | $3.97 |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | 82 kWh | $10.74 | $42.26 | $4.23 |
| Honda Prologue | 85 kWh | $11.14 | $43.67 | $4.37 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 123 kWh | $16.11 | $54.58 | $5.46 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 77 kWh | $10.14 | $33.59 | $3.36 |
| Rivian R1S | 135 kWh | $17.69 | $56.96 | $5.70 |
Kentucky vs its neighbors
| State | Avg rate | Typical EV / mo |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 13.1¢ | $37 |
| Tennessee | 12.9¢ | $37 |
| Missouri | 12.3¢ | $35 |
| West Virginia | 14.2¢ | $41 |
| Virginia | 14.6¢ | $42 |
| United States (avg) | 16.5¢ | $47 |
Kentucky electricity rates for EV owners
At about 13.1¢/kWh, Kentucky has a residential rate close to the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Kentucky’s legacy coal fleet still supplies most of its power, keeping rates below the national average.
Your own utility’s rate may differ from the state average. The calculator above is editable, so enter the number from your bill for an exact figure.
Charge overnight to pay less: scheduling your charging for off-peak hours can drop your real cost per mile well below the state average. Our Time-of-Use calculator does that math.
Kentucky EV charging questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Kentucky?+−
At Kentucky’s average residential rate of about 13.1¢/kWh, charging a typical EV at home costs about $37 a month for 1,000 miles, roughly 3.7¢ per mile. A full charge of a 75 kWh battery runs about $9.83.
Is charging an EV cheap in Kentucky?+−
Yes. Kentucky is below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh, so home charging is cheaper here than in most states, and far cheaper than gas. A 28-mpg gas car costs about 11¢ a mile; charging in Kentucky runs about 3.7¢.
What does public fast charging cost in Kentucky?+−
Public DC fast charging typically runs 40–50¢/kWh across the US, about 2.5 times a typical home rate. It is fine for road trips and expensive as a routine. Home charging on Kentucky’s 13.1¢ rate is the cheaper habit.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV or buy gas in Kentucky?+−
Charging at home wins in Kentucky: about 3.7¢ per mile versus roughly 11¢ per mile for a 28-mpg gas car at the $3.20/gallon national average, which saves about $922 a year at 1,000 miles a month. Local gas prices shift the exact gap.
Kentucky rate: EIA residential average (2026 example value). EV efficiency: EPA ratings. Table assumes 1,000 miles/month, home charging. Estimates only. Full methodology →