EV Charge At Delaware’s average of 18.70¢ per kWh, a Tesla Model Y costs about $51 per 1,000 miles to charge at home, or $0.051 a mile. A 30-mpg gas car spends roughly $144 on the same miles.
Electricity: EIA August 2026 · Gas: EIA week of October 12, 2026 · How we calculate
What Delaware drivers pay to charge at home
| Vehicle (EPA efficiency) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (27.5 kWh/100 mi) | $51 | $617 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD (32.6 kWh/100 mi) | $61 | $732 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 (47.9 kWh/100 mi) | $90 | $1,075 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $144 | $1,732 |
What’s going on with electricity prices in Delaware
Delaware electricity averaged 18.70¢ per kWh in August 2026, #19 of 51, after prices rose 11.0% over the past year, against 3.4% nationally.
At this price, an EV here saves about $1,120 a year against a 30-mpg car, using the national average gas price of $4.33.
Delaware vs. its neighbors
| State | Price per kWh | Per 1,000 miles (Model Y) | vs. Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $51 | — |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $59 | +14% |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $60 | +16% |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $68 | +32% |
None of Delaware’s three neighbors pay less per kWh. Maryland comes closest at 21.40¢; New Jersey pays 24.61¢, against Delaware’s 18.70¢.
What popular EVs cost to charge in Delaware
| EV | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | $51 | $617 |
| Tesla Model 3 | $55 | $664 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | $59 | $711 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | $61 | $732 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | $63 | $755 |
| Kia EV9 | $80 | $965 |
| Rivian R1S | $83 | $995 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $90 | $1,075 |
Home charging vs Tesla Superchargers vs gas in Delaware
| How you fuel 1,000 miles (Tesla Model Y) | Cost |
|---|---|
| Home, Delaware average (18.70¢/kWh) | $51 |
| Tesla Supercharger, standard rate ($0.68/kWh) | $186 |
| Tesla Supercharger, member rate (est. $0.47/kWh, $12.99/month fee) | $129 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg ($4.33/gal) | $144 |
In Delaware, a standard-rate Supercharger session costs about 3.6 times as much per kWh as charging at home, and more than the gas a 30-mpg car burns over the same miles. Fast charging is for road trips; the savings come from charging at home.
How to pay less to charge in Delaware
Delmarva Power serves most of Delaware, with the Delaware Electric Cooperative in the south and several city utilities. Delmarva customers can also buy their electricity from a licensed third-party supplier. Ask your utility about time-of-use options for overnight charging.
Delmarva Power and the Delaware Electric Cooperative publish their residential rates online. Compare any supplier offer in the EV charging cost calculator before you switch.
Delaware EV charging FAQ
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Delaware per month?
At the Delaware average of 18.70¢ per kWh, 1,000 miles a month costs about $51 in a Tesla Model Y, $61 in a Chevrolet Equinox EV and $90 in a Ford F-150 Lightning, charging at home.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV than to buy gas in Delaware?
Yes, if you charge at home. A Model Y driving 12,000 miles a year costs about $617 to charge here, against about $1,732 in gas for a 30-mpg car, a difference of roughly $1,120 a year.
How much does a Tesla Supercharger cost in Delaware?
The average standard (non-member) peak price at Delaware Superchargers open to all EVs was $0.68 per kWh in October 2026 (DCFC Tracker). That’s about $186 per 1,000 miles in a Model Y, against $51 at home.
When is the cheapest time to charge in Delaware?
On a standard flat-rate plan the hour doesn’t matter. On a time-of-use plan, the cheapest hours are usually overnight; our time-of-use guide explains how to check your plan. To use your exact rate, try the EV charging cost calculator.