EV Charge Charging an EV at home with PPL Electric costs about $57 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 20.81¢ per kWh. That’s below the Pennsylvania average of 21.77¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $18.71.
PPL Electric (PPL Electric Utilities) serves about 611 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $145 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at Pennsylvania gas prices.
What popular EVs cost to charge with PPL Electric
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $57 | $687 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $62 | $739 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $66 | $791 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $68 | $815 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $70 | $840 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $89 | $1,074 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $92 | $1,108 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $100 | $1,197 |
PPL Electric vs the Pennsylvania average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, PPL Electric (est.) | 20.81¢/kWh | $57 |
| Home, Pennsylvania average | 21.77¢/kWh | $60 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $4.35/gal | $145 |
How to pay less to charge with PPL Electric
- Ask PPL Electric 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 PPL Electric or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with PPL Electric?
About $57 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 20.81¢ per kWh, or $687 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with PPL Electric?
About $18.71 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at PPL Electric’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is PPL Electric cheaper than the Pennsylvania average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 20.81¢ per kWh is below the Pennsylvania average of 21.77¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does PPL Electric have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check PPL Electric’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in Pennsylvania · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: PPL Electric Utilities residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA Pennsylvania price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
