EV Charge Washington, D.C. homes paid 25.98¢ per kWh on average in August 2026. For a Tesla Model Y charged at home, that’s about $71 per 1,000 miles, $0.071 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 District of Columbia 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) | $71 | $857 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD (32.6 kWh/100 mi) | $85 | $1,017 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 (47.9 kWh/100 mi) | $124 | $1,494 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $144 | $1,732 |
What’s going on with electricity prices in District of Columbia
Washington, D.C. pays 25.98¢ per kWh on average, #9 of 51 and well above the national average of 18.16¢. Prices rose 12.1% over the past year.
D.C. is a special case for EV owners: many residents live in apartments or row houses without a driveway, so they charge at public stations or in garages where the price per kWh can be well above the residential average shown here. If you can charge at home, the numbers below apply; if you rely on public charging, check the price per kWh at the stations you actually use.
District of Columbia vs. its neighbors
| State | Price per kWh | Per 1,000 miles (Model Y) | vs. District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $71 | — |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $49 | -32% |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $59 | -18% |
D.C. borders two states: Virginia pays 17.64¢ and Maryland pays 21.40¢, against D.C.’s 25.98¢.
What popular EVs cost to charge in District of Columbia
| EV | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | $71 | $857 |
| Tesla Model 3 | $77 | $922 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | $82 | $987 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | $85 | $1,017 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | $87 | $1,049 |
| Kia EV9 | $112 | $1,341 |
| Rivian R1S | $115 | $1,383 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $124 | $1,494 |
Home charging vs Tesla Superchargers vs gas in District of Columbia
| How you fuel 1,000 miles (Tesla Model Y) | Cost |
|---|---|
| Home, District of Columbia average (25.98¢/kWh) | $71 |
| Tesla Supercharger, standard rate ($0.91/kWh) | $250 |
| Tesla Supercharger, member rate (est. $0.63/kWh, $12.99/month fee) | $174 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg ($4.33/gal) | $144 |
In District of Columbia, a standard-rate Supercharger session costs about 3.5 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. With only 2 sites in the sample, treat the Supercharger figure as a rough guide.
How to pay less to charge in District of Columbia
Pepco delivers electricity to every home in D.C., but residents can buy the electricity itself from a licensed supplier. If you have a dedicated parking spot, ask Pepco about time-of-use options; if you charge in public, compare the per-kWh prices of the networks near you before you sign up for a membership.
Pepco lists its residential rates and options online. For public charging, compare network prices in our home vs fast charging guide, and test any price in the EV charging cost calculator.
District of Columbia EV charging FAQ
How much does it cost to charge an EV in District of Columbia per month?
At the District of Columbia average of 25.98¢ per kWh, 1,000 miles a month costs about $71 in a Tesla Model Y, $85 in a Chevrolet Equinox EV and $124 in a Ford F-150 Lightning, charging at home.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV than to buy gas in District of Columbia?
Yes, if you charge at home. A Model Y driving 12,000 miles a year costs about $857 to charge here, against about $1,732 in gas for a 30-mpg car, a difference of roughly $880 a year.
How much does a Tesla Supercharger cost in District of Columbia?
The average standard (non-member) peak price at District of Columbia Superchargers open to all EVs was $0.91 per kWh in October 2026 (DCFC Tracker). That’s about $250 per 1,000 miles in a Model Y, against $71 at home.
When is the cheapest time to charge in District of Columbia?
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.