EV Charging Costs in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME
Electric vehicle owners in Portland benefit from extensive charging infrastructure. The local utility, Maine Utility Average, charges an average of $0.26/kWh for residential service, above the national average.
Primary utility: Maine Utility Average
Rate: $0.26/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: Program dependent
Portland: $0.26/kWh
Maine average: $0.26/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Portland
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $68.42 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $123.81 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $65.00 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Portland
Total
30
Level 2
25
DC Fast
5
Density
45.2/100k
Available networks in Portland:
Downtown Portland Charging Hub
Blink
1200 Main St, Portland, ME
1.2 miles away
Central Portland Charging Hub
FLO
1237 Main St, Portland, ME
2.9 miles away
North Portland Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
1274 Main St, Portland, ME
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Portland.
How Portland Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | $0.26/kWh | $68.42 |
| Maine Avg | $0.26/kWh | $68.42 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
Peak: $0.37/kWh
Off-peak: $0.16/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: Not listed
Population: 66,318
EV adoption: 3.1%
Average commute: 30.9 minutes
EV adoption rank in Maine: #1
Market: Growing market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Portland?
Using Portland's local rate ($0.26/kWh), a typical 1,000-mile month often models around $68.42 in home-charging cost.
Is home charging in Portland cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Portland is about $50.00 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Portland compare with nearby cities on rates?
Open the comparison table to benchmark Portland against nearby local markets in Maine.
How many public chargers are available in Portland?
Portland has 30 public stations, including 5 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Portland?
Maine Utility Average supports time-of-use pricing with potential peak-to-off-peak spread near 56%. No fixed rebate amount is listed in this dataset.
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Station density context: 45.2/100k in Portland, 45.2/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.