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title: "Connecticut Electricity Rates & EV Charging Cost (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Connecticut costs about $8.21 per 100 miles and $92.37 a month at 24.51¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #41 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Connecticut electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **24.51¢/kWh** — Connecticut's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$8.21 per 100 miles** and **$92.37 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 35% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is up from 24.16¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 24.51¢ (per kWh, +35% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $8.21 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #41 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $92.37 (13,500 miles a year)

More models are in the [full calculator](https://evchargecosts.com/).

## Electricity price trend in Connecticut

Average residential price, cents per kWh, last 13 months (EIA).

## EV vs gas in Connecticut

Regular gasoline averaged **$4.249 a gallon** in the New England region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $14.16 per 100 miles, versus $8.21 for a typical EV — $803.59 a year in favor of the EV.

[Compare EV and gas costs in Connecticut](https://evchargecosts.com/ev-vs-gas/?state=CT)

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Connecticut

At 24.51¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Connecticut at 24.51¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $6.58 | $74.07 | $22.19 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $6.46 | $72.73 | $22.37 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $7.96 | $89.58 | $27.71 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $8.39 | $94.43 | $27.62 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $10.52 | $118.31 | $34.18 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $7.99 | $89.94 | $24.54 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $8.74 | $98.28 | $24.72 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $12.15 | $136.63 | $34.74 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $8.24 | $92.74 | $19.79 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $11.74 | $132.12 | $37.58 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $8.46 | $95.12 | $22.74 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $6.86 | $77.21 | $21.69 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $7.13 | $80.19 | $18.60 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $7.74 | $87.08 | $22.83 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $9.80 | $110.30 | $27.75 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $8.35 | $93.95 | $24.55 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $10.57 | $118.91 | $33.51 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $10.57 | $118.91 | $33.51 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $9.31 | $104.73 | $29.70 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $7.74 | $87.13 | $15.95 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $7.46 | $83.90 | $11.11 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $8.65 | $97.32 | $17.73 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $6.86 | $77.19 | $19.76 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $7.09 | $79.75 | $19.71 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $8.19 | $92.12 | $23.50 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $6.69 | $75.29 | $26.50 |

## Connecticut vs neighboring states

Connecticut and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

**Electricity price and EV charging cost: Connecticut and neighbors, August 2026**

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Connecticut](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/) | 24.51 | $8.21 | $92.37 |
| [Rhode Island](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/) | 28.18 | $9.44 | $106.20 |
| [New York](https://evchargecosts.com/states/new-york/) | 28.65 | $9.60 | $107.97 |
| [Massachusetts](https://evchargecosts.com/states/massachusetts/) | 30.48 | $10.21 | $114.87 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Connecticut

**Average residential electricity price in Connecticut by month (EIA)**

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 24.51 | $8.21 |
| July 2026 | 24.16 | $8.09 |
| June 2026 | 24.32 | $8.15 |
| May 2026 | 27.37 | $9.17 |
| April 2026 | 32.24 | $10.80 |
| March 2026 | 30.45 | $10.20 |
| February 2026 | 30.77 | $10.31 |
| January 2026 | 28.30 | $9.48 |
| December 2025 | 25.24 | $8.46 |
| November 2025 | 26.97 | $9.03 |
| October 2025 | 27.66 | $9.27 |
| September 2025 | 30.41 | $10.19 |
| August 2025 | 30.17 | $10.11 |

## Questions people ask

### How much does it cost to charge an EV in Connecticut?

About $8.21 per 100 miles, $92.37 a month or $1,108.46 a year for 13,500 miles, at 24.51¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

### What is the average electricity price in Connecticut?

24.51 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 35% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

### Is it cheaper to drive an EV than a gas car in Connecticut?

On fuel, yes: about $1,108.46 a year for the EV versus $1,912.05 for a 30 mpg gas car at $4.249/gal (EIA New England average).

### How does Connecticut compare with neighboring states?

Connecticut has lower residential electricity prices than all of its neighbors.

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Source page: https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/
Data: EIA (electricity August 2026, gasoline 2026-10-19), EPA fueleconomy.gov. License: CC BY 4.0.