EV Charge Charging an EV at home with SCE costs about $83 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 30.18¢ per kWh. That’s about the same as the California average of 29.75¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $27.14.
SCE (Southern California Edison) serves about 801 ZIP codes in California, the #2 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 SCE
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $83 | $996 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $89 | $1,071 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $96 | $1,147 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $98 | $1,181 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $102 | $1,218 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $130 | $1,557 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $134 | $1,607 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $145 | $1,735 |
SCE vs the California average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, SCE (est.) | 30.18¢/kWh | $83 |
| Home, California average | 29.75¢/kWh | $82 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $6.10/gal | $203 |
How to pay less to charge with SCE
- Ask SCE 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 SCE or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with SCE?
About $83 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 30.18¢ per kWh, or $996 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with SCE?
About $27.14 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at SCE’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is SCE cheaper than the California average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 30.18¢ per kWh is about the same as the California average of 29.75¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does SCE have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check SCE’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: Southern California Edison 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.
