EV Charge 
Charging an EV at home with Duke Energy Carolinas costs about $41 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 14.75¢ per kWh. That’s about the same as the North Carolina average of 14.95¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $13.26.
Duke Energy Carolinas serves about 558 ZIP codes in North Carolina, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $131 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at North Carolina gas prices.
Calculate your cost with Duke Energy Carolinas: enter your ZIP and car
Estimate only. Excludes fixed fees, charger installation and public fast charging. Sources: EIA (electricity, August 2026; gasoline), fueleconomy.gov; utility prices by ZIP: NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to current state prices. How we calculate.
What popular EVs cost to charge with Duke Energy Carolinas
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $41 | $487 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $44 | $524 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $47 | $561 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $48 | $577 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $50 | $595 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $63 | $761 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $65 | $785 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $71 | $848 |
Duke Energy Carolinas vs the North Carolina average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, Duke Energy Carolinas (est.) | 14.75¢/kWh | $41 |
| Home, North Carolina average | 14.95¢/kWh | $41 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $3.93/gal | $131 |
How to pay less to charge with Duke Energy Carolinas
- Ask Duke Energy Carolinas 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 Duke Energy Carolinas or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with Duke Energy Carolinas?
About $41 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 14.75¢ per kWh, or $487 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with Duke Energy Carolinas?
About $13.26 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at Duke Energy Carolinas’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is Duke Energy Carolinas cheaper than the North Carolina average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 14.75¢ per kWh is about the same as the North Carolina average of 14.95¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does Duke Energy Carolinas have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check Duke Energy Carolinas’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in North Carolina · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Duke Energy Carolinas residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA North Carolina price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
