---
title: "Delaware Electricity Rates & Cost to Charge an EV (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Delaware costs about $6.26 per 100 miles and $70.48 a month at 18.70¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #33 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Delaware electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **18.70¢/kWh** — Delaware's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$6.26 per 100 miles** and **$70.48 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 3% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is up from 18.48¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 18.70¢ (per kWh, +3% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $6.26 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #33 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $70.48 (13,500 miles a year)

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

## Electricity price trend in Delaware

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

## EV vs gas in Delaware

Regular gasoline averaged **$4.312 a gallon** in the Central Atlantic region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $14.37 per 100 miles, versus $6.26 for a typical EV — $1,094.69 a year in favor of the EV.

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

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Delaware

At 18.70¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Delaware at 18.70¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $5.02 | $56.51 | $16.93 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $4.93 | $55.49 | $17.07 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $6.08 | $68.34 | $21.14 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $6.40 | $72.05 | $21.07 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $8.02 | $90.26 | $26.08 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $6.10 | $68.62 | $18.73 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $6.67 | $74.99 | $18.86 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $9.27 | $104.24 | $26.50 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $6.29 | $70.76 | $15.10 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $8.96 | $100.80 | $28.67 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $6.45 | $72.57 | $17.35 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $5.24 | $58.91 | $16.55 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $5.44 | $61.18 | $14.19 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $5.91 | $66.44 | $17.42 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $7.48 | $84.15 | $21.17 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $6.37 | $71.68 | $18.73 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $8.06 | $90.72 | $25.56 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $8.06 | $90.72 | $25.56 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $7.10 | $79.90 | $22.66 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $5.91 | $66.47 | $12.17 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $5.69 | $64.01 | $8.48 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $6.60 | $74.25 | $13.53 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $5.24 | $58.90 | $15.08 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $5.41 | $60.85 | $15.04 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $6.25 | $70.28 | $17.93 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $5.11 | $57.44 | $20.22 |

## Delaware vs neighboring states

Delaware and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

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

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Delaware](https://evchargecosts.com/states/delaware/) | 18.70 | $6.26 | $70.48 |
| [Maryland](https://evchargecosts.com/states/maryland/) | 21.40 | $7.17 | $80.65 |
| [Pennsylvania](https://evchargecosts.com/states/pennsylvania/) | 21.77 | $7.29 | $82.05 |
| [New Jersey](https://evchargecosts.com/states/new-jersey/) | 24.61 | $8.24 | $92.75 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Delaware

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

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 18.70 | $6.26 |
| July 2026 | 18.48 | $6.19 |
| June 2026 | 19.29 | $6.46 |
| May 2026 | 19.38 | $6.49 |
| April 2026 | 18.79 | $6.29 |
| March 2026 | 17.64 | $5.91 |
| February 2026 | 16.27 | $5.45 |
| January 2026 | 16.51 | $5.53 |
| December 2025 | 17.16 | $5.75 |
| November 2025 | 18.82 | $6.30 |
| October 2025 | 18.33 | $6.14 |
| September 2025 | 18.14 | $6.08 |
| August 2025 | 16.85 | $5.64 |

## Questions people ask

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

About $6.26 per 100 miles, $70.48 a month or $845.71 a year for 13,500 miles, at 18.70¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

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

18.70 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 3% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

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

On fuel, yes: about $845.71 a year for the EV versus $1,940.40 for a 30 mpg gas car at $4.312/gal (EIA Central Atlantic average).

### How does Delaware compare with neighboring states?

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

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