Tesla in Texas, EIA August 2026 prices
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Texas
Charging a 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh per 100 miles, EPA) at Texas's average residential price of 15.91¢/kWh costs about $4.20 per 100 miles and $47.21 a month for 13,500 miles a year. A full charge from empty (346 miles EPA range) costs about $14.52.
Per month
$47.2113,500 mi a year
- Per 100 miles
- $4.2015.91¢/kWh
- Per year
- $566.51vs $1,702.80 for gas
- Full charge
- $14.52346 mi EPA range
- Per month
- $47.2113,500 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 Texas
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 | $4.81 | $54.14 | $15.21 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance | 29.6 | 309 mi | $4.71 | $52.95 | $14.54 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 314 mi | $4.81 | $54.14 | $15.11 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $4.20 | $47.21 | $14.52 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.92 | $44.10 | $14.23 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | 24.3 | 321 mi | $3.87 | $43.50 | $12.41 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $4.20 | $47.21 | $14.52 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $3.92 | $44.10 | $14.23 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) | 25.6 | 346 mi | $4.08 | $45.91 | $14.12 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.9 | 298 mi | $4.92 | $55.34 | $14.66 |
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 Texas
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 $566.51 — $1,136.29 less.
Charging a Tesla Model 3 in nearby states
| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12.87 | $3.39 | $38.19 |
| Arkansas | 14.37 | $3.79 | $42.64 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82 | $3.91 | $43.97 |
| Texas this page | 15.91 | $4.20 | $47.21 |
| New Mexico | 16.51 | $4.35 | $48.99 |
Other EVs in Texas
- Tesla
Tesla Model Y
$48.08 / month26.9 kWh/100 mi, 337 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model S
$58.15 / month32.5 kWh/100 mi, 348 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model X
$61.30 / month34.2 kWh/100 mi, 329 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Cybertruck
$76.80 / month42.9 kWh/100 mi, 325 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$58.38 / month32.6 kWh/100 mi, 307 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Blazer EV
$63.80 / month35.6 kWh/100 mi, 283 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado EV
$88.69 / month49.6 kWh/100 mi, 286 mi range
- Ford
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$60.20 / month33.6 kWh/100 mi, 240 mi range
See the Tesla Model 3 charging cost in every state or all EVs in Texas.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Texas?
About $4.20 per 100 miles and $47.21 a month for 13,500 miles a year, for the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh/100 mi) at 15.91¢/kWh.
How much is a full charge for a Tesla Model 3 in Texas?
About $14.52 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 Texas?
On fuel, yes: $566.51 a year versus $1,702.80 for a 30 mpg car at $3.784/gal.