How much does Tesla Model Y DC fast charging cost?

Tesla Model Y DC fast charging (250 kW peak) on Tesla Supercharger averages $0.35/kWh at public stations. A 10–80% fast charge session costs approximately $15.75. Charging to 80% takes about 20 minutes. As a Tesla, you have exclusive access to the Supercharger network (4,000+ US locations). Member rate: $12.60 per session (~$0.28/kWh). Non-member: $17.10 (~$0.38/kWh).

What is the monthly charging cost for a Tesla Model Y?

Most Tesla Model Y owners drive 1,000 miles/month and charge primarily at home. At the national average electricity rate, that's $42/month. If you mix home and public charging (80/15/5 split), expect $54/month. Electricity rates vary by state — owners in Louisiana pay as low as $32/month while California owners pay around $78/month.

How much does a Tesla Model Y save on fuel vs gas?

The Tesla Model Y saves approximately $772/year on fuel vs the Toyota RAV4 (30 MPG at $3.2/gallon). The gas car costs $1280/year for 12,000 miles; the Tesla Model Y costs $508/year at home. Over 5 years, that's $3,860 in fuel savings.

Tesla Model Y Charging Cost 2026

Long Range AWD · 75.0 kWh battery · 320 mi range · 3.8 mi/kWh

Monthly home cost

$42

at 1,000 mi/mo

Cost per mile

4.2¢

vs 10.7¢ gas

Full charge cost

$12.08

at home (75.0 kWh)

Annual fuel savings

$772

vs Toyota RAV4

Tesla Model Y Home Charging Cost

At National Average (16.1¢/kWh)

Full charge (home) $12.08

Per mile 4.2¢

Monthly (1,000 mi) $42

Annual (12,000 mi) $508

Level 2 charge time 5.2 hrs

State Rate Comparison

Louisiana (10.2¢) $27/mo

Washington (10.8¢) $28/mo

Oklahoma (11.5¢) $30/mo

National avg (16.1¢) $42/mo

Texas (12.1¢) $32/mo

New York (22.5¢) $59/mo

California (30.0¢) $79/mo

Rates from EIA 2025 residential averages. Your actual rate may vary.

Tesla Model Y DC Fast Charging Cost

Tesla Supercharger

Member rate ~$0.28/kWh

Non-member rate ~$0.38/kWh

Session cost (10–80%) $12.6–$17.1

Cost per mile 7.4¢

Time to 80% 20 min

Home vs Public: Annual Cost

Home (Level 2, 100%) $508/yr

Public L2 (100%) $1,273/yr

DC Fast (100%) $1,105/yr

Typical mix (80/15/5) $653/yr

Tesla Model Y vs Gas: Fuel Cost Comparison

Tesla Model Y (Electric)

Efficiency 3.8 mi/kWh

Cost per mile 4.2¢

Annual fuel cost $508

Toyota RAV4 (Gas, 30 MPG)

Efficiency 30 MPG

Cost per mile 10.7¢

Annual fuel cost $1,280

Annual fuel savings switching to Tesla Model Y

$772/year

$3,860 over 5 years · 6.5¢/mile cheaper

Tesla Model Y Charging FAQ

How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model Y at home?

At the US national average of 16.1¢/kWh, a full Tesla Model Y charge costs $12.08 (75.0 kWh battery). At 12,000 miles/year, home charging costs $508/year ($42/month). That works out to 4.2¢ per mile — vs 10.7¢ per mile for the Toyota RAV4.

What is the average monthly charging cost for a Tesla Model Y?

Most Tesla Model Y 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 Y take to charge?

Level 2 home charging (240V, 11.5 kW): roughly 5.2 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 Y owners charge overnight at home 90%+ of the time.

How much does the Tesla Supercharger cost for a Tesla Model Y?

Tesla Supercharger rates average $0.28/kWh for Tesla account members. A 10–80% session costs roughly $12.6 (member) or $17.1 (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.