EV Charge Charging a Tesla Model Y at home in West Virginia costs about $45 per 1,000 miles at 16.31¢ per kWh, roughly $0.045 a mile. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $144 on the same miles.
Electricity: EIA August 2026 · Gas: EIA week of October 12, 2026 · How we calculate
What West Virginia drivers pay to charge at home
| Vehicle (EPA efficiency) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (27.5 kWh/100 mi) | $45 | $538 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD (32.6 kWh/100 mi) | $53 | $638 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 (47.9 kWh/100 mi) | $78 | $938 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $144 | $1,732 |
What’s going on with electricity prices in West Virginia
West Virginia electricity averaged 16.31¢ per kWh in August 2026, #27 of 51 and below the national average of 18.16¢. Over the past year it rose 4.4%.
Coal generates most of West Virginia’s electricity, more than in almost any other state. Running and upgrading aging coal plants is expensive, and that cost has been showing up in rate increases. Even so, an EV here saves about $1,190 a year against a 30-mpg car.
West Virginia vs. its neighbors
| State | Price per kWh | Per 1,000 miles (Model Y) | vs. West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $45 | — |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $38 | -15% |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $49 | +8% |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $53 | +19% |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $59 | +31% |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $60 | +33% |
One of West Virginia’s five neighbors pays less per kWh. Kentucky is the cheapest at 13.80¢; Pennsylvania is the priciest at 21.77¢.
What popular EVs cost to charge in West Virginia
| EV | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | $45 | $538 |
| Tesla Model 3 | $48 | $579 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | $52 | $620 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | $53 | $638 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | $55 | $658 |
| Kia EV9 | $70 | $842 |
| Rivian R1S | $72 | $868 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $78 | $938 |
Home charging vs Tesla Superchargers vs gas in West Virginia
| How you fuel 1,000 miles (Tesla Model Y) | Cost |
|---|---|
| Home, West Virginia average (16.31¢/kWh) | $45 |
| Tesla Supercharger, standard rate ($0.62/kWh) | $170 |
| Tesla Supercharger, member rate (est. $0.43/kWh, $12.99/month fee) | $118 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg ($4.33/gal) | $144 |
In West Virginia, a standard-rate Supercharger session costs about 3.8 times as much per kWh as charging at home, and more than the gas a 30-mpg car burns over the same miles. Fast charging is for road trips; the savings come from charging at home.
How to pay less to charge in West Virginia
Appalachian Power and FirstEnergy’s Mon Power and Potomac Edison serve most West Virginia homes. West Virginia is not a retail-choice state, so ask your utility whether it offers a time-of-use rate before you assume the flat price applies to your charging.
Appalachian Power and Mon Power publish their residential rates online. Use the price on your bill in the EV charging cost calculator; here’s how to find it.
West Virginia EV charging FAQ
How much does it cost to charge an EV in West Virginia per month?
At the West Virginia average of 16.31¢ per kWh, 1,000 miles a month costs about $45 in a Tesla Model Y, $53 in a Chevrolet Equinox EV and $78 in a Ford F-150 Lightning, charging at home.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV than to buy gas in West Virginia?
Yes, if you charge at home. A Model Y driving 12,000 miles a year costs about $538 to charge here, against about $1,732 in gas for a 30-mpg car, a difference of roughly $1,190 a year.
How much does a Tesla Supercharger cost in West Virginia?
The average standard (non-member) peak price at West Virginia Superchargers open to all EVs was $0.62 per kWh in October 2026 (DCFC Tracker). That’s about $170 per 1,000 miles in a Model Y, against $45 at home.
When is the cheapest time to charge in West Virginia?
On a standard flat-rate plan the hour doesn’t matter. On a time-of-use plan, the cheapest hours are usually overnight; our time-of-use guide explains how to check your plan. To use your exact rate, try the EV charging cost calculator.