Tesla Model S Charging Cost 2026
Dual Motor AWD · 100.0 kWh battery · 405 mi range · 3.8 mi/kWh
Tesla Model S Home Charging Cost
At National Average (16.1¢/kWh)
State Rate Comparison
Rates from EIA 2025 residential averages. Your actual rate may vary.
Tesla Model S DC Fast Charging Cost
Tesla Supercharger
Home vs Public: Annual Cost
Tesla Model S vs Gas: Fuel Cost Comparison
Tesla Model S Charging FAQ
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model S at home?
At the US national average of 16.1¢/kWh, a full Tesla Model S charge costs $16.1 (100.0 kWh battery). At 12,000 miles/year, home charging costs $508/year ($42/month). That works out to 4.2¢ per mile — vs 11.4¢ per mile for the BMW 5 Series.
What is the average monthly charging cost for a Tesla Model S?
Most Tesla Model S owners pay $42–$55/month charging at home, depending on local electricity rates. California owners (30¢/kWh) pay around $79/month. Washington state owners (10.8¢/kWh) pay just $28/month. If you add occasional DC fast charging sessions, budget an extra $15–30/month.
How long does a Tesla Model S take to charge?
Level 2 home charging (240V, 11.5 kW): roughly 7.0 hours from 20% to full. DC fast charging (250 kW peak): about 20 minutes to reach 80%. Tesla Supercharger stations (4,000+ US locations) can add 150+ miles in ~15 minutes on the newest V4 hardware. Most Tesla Model S owners charge overnight at home 90%+ of the time.
How much does the Tesla Supercharger cost for a Tesla Model S?
Tesla Supercharger rates average $0.28/kWh for Tesla account members. A 10–80% session costs roughly $16.8 (member) or $22.8 (non-member). Rates vary by location — cheapest in the Pacific Northwest ($0.22–0.28/kWh), highest in California and New York ($0.40–0.52/kWh). Supercharging costs 7.4¢/mile vs 4.2¢/mile at home — about 76% more expensive.