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EV Charging Costs in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA
Electric vehicle owners in Salinas benefit from developing charging infrastructure. The local utility, Pacific Gas and Electric, charges an average of $0.36/kWh for residential service, above the national average.
Primary utility: Pacific Gas and Electric
Rate: $0.36/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Salinas: $0.36/kWh
California average: $0.32/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Salinas
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $94.74 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $171.43 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $90.00 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Salinas
Total
30
Level 2
25
DC Fast
5
Density
19.3/100k
Available networks in Salinas:
Downtown Salinas Charging Hub
Blink
1200 Main St, Salinas, CA
1.2 miles away
Central Salinas Charging Hub
FLO
1237 Main St, Salinas, CA
2.9 miles away
North Salinas Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
1274 Main St, Salinas, CA
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Salinas.
How Salinas Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Salinas | $0.36/kWh | $94.74 |
| California Avg | $0.32/kWh | $83.93 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| San Jose | $0.33/kWh | $86.84 |
| Fremont | $0.31/kWh | $81.58 |
| Hayward | $0.28/kWh | $73.68 |
Peak: $0.47/kWh
Off-peak: $0.21/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 155,662
EV adoption: 7.6%
Average commute: 30.4 minutes
EV adoption rank in California: #29
Market: Great for EVs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Salinas?
A practical baseline in Salinas is near $94.74 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.36/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Salinas cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Salinas is about $23.68 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Salinas compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Hayward is lower at $0.28/kWh while San Jose is higher at $0.33/kWh. Salinas is $0.36/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Salinas?
Salinas has 30 public stations, including 5 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Salinas?
Pacific Gas and Electric supports time-of-use pricing with potential peak-to-off-peak spread near 56%. Listed rebate potential reaches $500.00.
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Station density context: 19.3/100k in Salinas, 40.2/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.