EV Charge Charging an EV at home with Kentucky Utilities costs about $35 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 12.78¢ per kWh. That’s below the Kentucky average of 13.80¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $11.49.
Kentucky Utilities serves about 355 ZIP codes in Kentucky, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $144 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at Kentucky gas prices.
What popular EVs cost to charge with Kentucky Utilities
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $35 | $422 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $38 | $454 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $40 | $486 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $42 | $500 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $43 | $516 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $55 | $659 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $57 | $680 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $61 | $735 |
Kentucky Utilities vs the Kentucky average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, Kentucky Utilities (est.) | 12.78¢/kWh | $35 |
| Home, Kentucky average | 13.80¢/kWh | $38 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $4.33/gal | $144 |
How to pay less to charge with Kentucky Utilities
- Ask Kentucky Utilities 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 Kentucky Utilities or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with Kentucky Utilities?
About $35 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 12.78¢ per kWh, or $422 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with Kentucky Utilities?
About $11.49 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at Kentucky Utilities’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is Kentucky Utilities cheaper than the Kentucky average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 12.78¢ per kWh is below the Kentucky average of 13.80¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does Kentucky Utilities have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check Kentucky Utilities’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in Kentucky · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Kentucky Utilities residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA Kentucky price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
