Tesla in Louisiana, EIA August 2026 prices
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Louisiana
Charging a 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh per 100 miles, EPA) at Louisiana's average residential price of 12.87¢/kWh costs about $3.39 per 100 miles and $38.19 a month for 13,500 miles a year. A full charge from empty (346 miles EPA range) costs about $11.75.
Per month
$38.1913,500 mi a year
- Per 100 miles
- $3.3912.87¢/kWh
- Per year
- $458.26vs $1,702.80 for gas
- Full charge
- $11.75346 mi EPA range
- Per month
- $38.1913,500 mi a year
Calculate for your Tesla Model 3
Live EIA prices and EPA efficiency. Updates as you type.
Tesla Model 3 trims: charging cost in Louisiana
EPA efficiency and range for every current trim.
| Trim | kWh/100 mi | EPA range | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 316 mi | $3.89 | $43.79 | $12.30 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance | 29.6 | 309 mi | $3.81 | $42.84 | $11.77 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 314 mi | $3.89 | $43.79 | $12.22 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $3.39 | $38.19 | $11.75 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.17 | $35.68 | $11.51 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | 24.3 | 321 mi | $3.13 | $35.19 | $10.04 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $3.39 | $38.19 | $11.75 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.17 | $35.68 | $11.51 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) | 25.6 | 346 mi | $3.30 | $37.14 | $11.42 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.9 | 298 mi | $3.98 | $44.77 | $11.86 |
Charging time at home
Miles of range added per hour of charging.
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD adds about 5.5 miles of range per hour on a 120 V outlet and 29.1 miles per hour on a 240 V, 32 A charger, based on its EPA efficiency. Try other chargers in the charging time calculator.
Tesla Model 3 vs a gas car in Louisiana
With regular gasoline at $3.784 a gallon (EIA Gulf Coast average, October 19, 2026), a 30 mpg car costs $1,702.80 a year to fuel for 13,500 miles. The Tesla Model 3 costs $458.26 — $1,244.54 less.
Charging a Tesla Model 3 in nearby states
| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana this page | 12.87 | $3.39 | $38.19 |
| Arkansas | 14.37 | $3.79 | $42.64 |
| Mississippi | 14.43 | $3.81 | $42.82 |
| Texas | 15.91 | $4.20 | $47.21 |
Other EVs in Louisiana
- Tesla
Tesla Model Y
$38.89 / month26.9 kWh/100 mi, 337 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model S
$47.04 / month32.5 kWh/100 mi, 348 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model X
$49.58 / month34.2 kWh/100 mi, 329 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Cybertruck
$62.12 / month42.9 kWh/100 mi, 325 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$47.23 / month32.6 kWh/100 mi, 307 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Blazer EV
$51.61 / month35.6 kWh/100 mi, 283 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado EV
$71.74 / month49.6 kWh/100 mi, 286 mi range
- Ford
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$48.70 / month33.6 kWh/100 mi, 240 mi range
See the Tesla Model 3 charging cost in every state or all EVs in Louisiana.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Louisiana?
About $3.39 per 100 miles and $38.19 a month for 13,500 miles a year, for the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh/100 mi) at 12.87¢/kWh.
How much is a full charge for a Tesla Model 3 in Louisiana?
About $11.75 for 91.3 kWh from the wall, enough for the 346-mile EPA range of the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 at home?
Adding 100 miles takes about 18 h 19 min on a 120 V Level 1 outlet and 3 h 26 min on a 32 A Level 2 charger (7.68 kW).
Is a Tesla Model 3 cheaper to run than a gas car in Louisiana?
On fuel, yes: $458.26 a year versus $1,702.80 for a 30 mpg car at $3.784/gal.