EV Charge Charging an EV at home with PG&E costs about $101 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 36.87¢ per kWh. That’s above the California average of 29.75¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $33.15.
PG&E (Pacific Gas & Electric) serves about 1,140 ZIP codes in California, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $203 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at California gas prices.
What popular EVs cost to charge with PG&E
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $101 | $1,217 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $109 | $1,309 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $117 | $1,401 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $120 | $1,443 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $124 | $1,488 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $159 | $1,902 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $164 | $1,963 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $177 | $2,120 |
PG&E vs the California average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, PG&E (est.) | 36.87¢/kWh | $101 |
| Home, California average | 29.75¢/kWh | $82 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $6.10/gal | $203 |
How to pay less to charge with PG&E
- Ask PG&E 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 PG&E or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with PG&E?
About $101 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 36.87¢ per kWh, or $1,217 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with PG&E?
About $33.15 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at PG&E’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is PG&E cheaper than the California average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 36.87¢ per kWh is above the California average of 29.75¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does PG&E have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check PG&E’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in California · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Pacific Gas & Electric residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA California price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
