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EV Charging Costs in Modesto, California

Modesto, CA

Modesto's EV charging landscape features 35 Level 2 stations and 10 DC fast chargers. Time-of-use rates are available, allowing owners to save by charging during off-peak hours.

Electricity Rate
$0.31/kWh
Charging Stations
45
City Rank
#18 in California
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1000 miles/month

Monthly Cost

$81.58

Cost per mile

$0.08

vs Gas (monthly)

Save $34.42

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Electricity Rates in Modesto

Primary utility: Pacific Gas and Electric

Rate: $0.31/kWh

TOU available: Yes

EV rebate: $500.00

Rate Context

Modesto: $0.31/kWh

California average: $0.32/kWh

National average: $0.18/kWh

Monthly Charging Costs in Modesto

VehicleMonthly Cost (1,000 mi)Link
Tesla Model 3$81.58View vehicle ->
Ford F-150 Lightning$147.62View vehicle ->
Chevrolet Bolt EV$77.50View vehicle ->

EV Charging Stations in Modesto

Total

45

Level 2

35

DC Fast

10

Density

22/100k

Available networks in Modesto:

Downtown Modesto Charging Hub

Electrify America

1200 Main St, Modesto, CA

1.2 miles away

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Central Modesto Charging Hub

EVgo

1237 Main St, Modesto, CA

2.9 miles away

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North Modesto Charging Hub

ChargePoint

1274 Main St, Modesto, CA

4.6 miles away

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How Modesto Compares

LocationRateModel 3 Cost
Modesto$0.31/kWh$81.58
California Avg$0.32/kWh$83.93
US Avg$0.18/kWh$47.37
Stockton$0.30/kWh$78.95
San Jose$0.33/kWh$86.84
Fremont$0.31/kWh$81.58
PG&E EV Programs

Peak: $0.43/kWh

Off-peak: $0.19/kWh

Savings: 56% overnight

Rebate: $500.00

EV Ownership in Modesto

Population: 204,933

EV adoption: 7.5%

Average commute: 23.7 minutes

EV adoption rank in California: #31

Market: Great for EVs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Modesto?

A practical baseline in Modesto is near $81.58 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.31/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.

Is home charging in Modesto cheaper than public fast charging?

For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Modesto is about $36.84 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.

How does Modesto compare with nearby cities on rates?

Nearby, Elk Grove is lower at $0.28/kWh while San Jose is higher at $0.33/kWh. Modesto is $0.31/kWh.

How many public chargers are available in Modesto?

Modesto has 45 public stations, including 10 DC fast chargers.

What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Modesto?

Pacific Gas and Electric supports time-of-use pricing with potential peak-to-off-peak spread near 56%. Listed rebate potential reaches $500.00.

EV Charging Costs in Nearby Cities

Stockton

$0.30/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $78.95/month

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San Jose

$0.33/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $86.84/month

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Fremont

$0.31/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $81.58/month

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Elk Grove

$0.28/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $73.68/month

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Hayward

$0.28/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $73.68/month

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Sacramento

$0.30/kWh

Model 3 estimate: $78.95/month

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Station density context: 22/100k in Modesto, 40.2/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.