EV Charge Charging an EV at home with Ameren Illinois costs about $51 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 18.57¢ per kWh. That’s below the Illinois average of 19.32¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $16.70.
Ameren Illinois serves about 893 ZIP codes in Illinois, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $138 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at Illinois gas prices.
What popular EVs cost to charge with Ameren Illinois
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $51 | $613 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $55 | $659 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $59 | $706 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $61 | $727 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $62 | $750 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $80 | $958 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $82 | $989 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $89 | $1,068 |
Ameren Illinois vs the Illinois average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, Ameren Illinois (est.) | 18.57¢/kWh | $51 |
| Home, Illinois average | 19.32¢/kWh | $53 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $4.14/gal | $138 |
How to pay less to charge with Ameren Illinois
- Ask Ameren Illinois about a time-of-use or EV rate plan: charging overnight, off-peak, usually costs less than the standard rate used here.
- Use your car’s or charger’s schedule so charging starts after the peak period ends.
- Check the total price per kWh on your bill (all delivery and supply charges divided by kWh used) and enter it in the calculator.
- Look for Ameren Illinois or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with Ameren Illinois?
About $51 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 18.57¢ per kWh, or $613 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with Ameren Illinois?
About $16.70 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at Ameren Illinois’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is Ameren Illinois cheaper than the Illinois average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 18.57¢ per kWh is below the Illinois average of 19.32¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does Ameren Illinois have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check Ameren Illinois’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in Illinois · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Ameren Illinois residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA Illinois price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
