Tesla in South Carolina, EIA August 2026 prices
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in South Carolina
Charging a 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh per 100 miles, EPA) at South Carolina's average residential price of 15.76¢/kWh costs about $4.16 per 100 miles and $46.76 a month for 13,500 miles a year. A full charge from empty (346 miles EPA range) costs about $14.38.
Per month
$46.7613,500 mi a year
- Per 100 miles
- $4.1615.76¢/kWh
- Per year
- $561.17vs $1,737.00 for gas
- Full charge
- $14.38346 mi EPA range
- Per month
- $46.7613,500 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 South Carolina
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 | $4.77 | $53.62 | $15.06 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance | 29.6 | 309 mi | $4.66 | $52.45 | $14.41 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 314 mi | $4.77 | $53.62 | $14.97 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $4.16 | $46.76 | $14.38 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.88 | $43.69 | $14.10 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | 24.3 | 321 mi | $3.83 | $43.09 | $12.29 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $4.16 | $46.76 | $14.38 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.88 | $43.69 | $14.10 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) | 25.6 | 346 mi | $4.04 | $45.47 | $13.99 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.9 | 298 mi | $4.87 | $54.82 | $14.52 |
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 South Carolina
With regular gasoline at $3.860 a gallon (EIA Lower Atlantic average, October 19, 2026), a 30 mpg car costs $1,737.00 a year to fuel for 13,500 miles. The Tesla Model 3 costs $561.17 — $1,175.83 less.
Charging a Tesla Model 3 in nearby states
| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 14.95 | $3.94 | $44.36 |
| South Carolina this page | 15.76 | $4.16 | $46.76 |
| Georgia | 15.90 | $4.19 | $47.18 |
Other EVs in South Carolina
- Tesla
Tesla Model Y
$47.63 / month26.9 kWh/100 mi, 337 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model S
$57.60 / month32.5 kWh/100 mi, 348 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model X
$60.72 / month34.2 kWh/100 mi, 329 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Cybertruck
$76.07 / month42.9 kWh/100 mi, 325 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$57.83 / month32.6 kWh/100 mi, 307 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Blazer EV
$63.20 / month35.6 kWh/100 mi, 283 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado EV
$87.86 / month49.6 kWh/100 mi, 286 mi range
- Ford
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$59.64 / month33.6 kWh/100 mi, 240 mi range
See the Tesla Model 3 charging cost in every state or all EVs in South Carolina.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in South Carolina?
About $4.16 per 100 miles and $46.76 a month for 13,500 miles a year, for the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh/100 mi) at 15.76¢/kWh.
How much is a full charge for a Tesla Model 3 in South Carolina?
About $14.38 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 South Carolina?
On fuel, yes: $561.17 a year versus $1,737.00 for a 30 mpg car at $3.860/gal.