EV Charge Charging an EV at home with FPL costs about $40 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 14.53¢ per kWh. That’s about the same as the Florida average of 14.99¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $13.06.
FPL (Florida Power & Light) serves about 659 ZIP codes in Florida, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $133 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at Florida gas prices.
What popular EVs cost to charge with FPL
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $40 | $479 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $43 | $516 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $46 | $552 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $47 | $569 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $49 | $586 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $62 | $750 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $64 | $773 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $70 | $835 |
FPL vs the Florida average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, FPL (est.) | 14.53¢/kWh | $40 |
| Home, Florida average | 14.99¢/kWh | $41 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $3.98/gal | $133 |
How to pay less to charge with FPL
- Ask FPL 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 FPL or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with FPL?
About $40 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 14.53¢ per kWh, or $479 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with FPL?
About $13.06 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at FPL’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is FPL cheaper than the Florida average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 14.53¢ per kWh is about the same as the Florida average of 14.99¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does FPL have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check FPL’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in Florida · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Florida Power & Light residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA Florida price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
