EV Charge A Tesla Model 3 owner in Kentucky pays about $41 in electricity per 1,000 miles when charging at home, based on 13.80¢ per kWh, the EIA’s latest state average (August 2026). That’s $0.041 per mile and about $12.62 for a full charge.
Kentucky ranks #44 of 51 for electricity prices (1 = most expensive), so this is below the U.S. average of $54 per 1,000 miles for the same car. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $144 on fuel for those 1,000 miles at Kentucky’s $4.33 a gallon, so home charging saves roughly $104 every 1,000 miles.
Home charging vs Supercharger vs gas in Kentucky
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home, standard rate | 13.80¢/kWh | $41 | $490 |
| Tesla Supercharger (non-member avg.) | $0.57/kWh | $168 | $2,013 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $4.33/gal | $144 | $1,732 |
On a Supercharger the same 1,000 miles cost $168, $127 more than at home. That’s even more than gas.
Cost by electric utility in Kentucky
| Utility | Est. rate | 1,000 miles (Tesla Model 3) | Full charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Utilities | 12.78¢ | $38 | $11.68 |
| Kentucky Power | 16.26¢ | $48 | $14.86 |
| Louisville Gas & Electric | 13.25¢ | $39 | $12.11 |
| Jackson Energy Coop | 14.74¢ | $44 | $13.47 |
| Kenergy | 16.35¢ | $48 | $14.95 |
Tesla Model 3 vs other EVs in Kentucky
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $38 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $41 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $44 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $45 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $46 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $59 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $61 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $66 |
Tesla Model 3 charging cost in states near Kentucky
| State | ¢/kWh | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13.42 | $40 |
| Kentucky | 13.80 | $41 |
| Missouri | 16.02 | $47 |
| West Virginia | 16.31 | $48 |
| Indiana | 17.02 | $50 |
| Virginia | 17.64 | $52 |
| Illinois | 19.32 | $57 |
| Ohio | 19.38 | $57 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 in Kentucky?
About $12.62 from empty to full at home, using Kentucky’s average rate of 13.80¢ per kWh and the EPA rating of 29.6 kWh per 100 miles over a 309-mile range. Topping up from 20% to 80% costs roughly $7.57.
Is it cheaper to charge a Tesla Model 3 than to buy gas in Kentucky?
Yes at home: $41 vs $144 per 1,000 miles for a 30-mpg car. At a Supercharger it is not: $168 per 1,000 miles.
How much does a Tesla Model 3 add to an electric bill in Kentucky?
Driving 1,000 miles a month adds about $41 to a Kentucky electric bill, or $41 a month at 12,000 miles a year.
How can I charge a Tesla Model 3 cheaper in Kentucky?
Charge at home overnight, and ask your utility for a time-of-use or EV plan: off-peak prices are often well below the average rate used here. See our time-of-use guide.
More: EV charging cost in Kentucky · cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in every state · EV charging cost calculator.
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in other states
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- All 50 states for the Tesla Model 3
Sources: EIA Electric Power Monthly (August 2026); fueleconomy.gov (EPA, Model 3 Performance); DCFC Tracker (Superchargers); EIA gasoline prices. Method: how we calculate.
