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EV Charging Costs in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA
Boston is a mature EV market with dense charging coverage, but it also operates in a high-cost electricity environment where timing decisions materially affect monthly spend. For most drivers, strong station access improves convenience, yet the best cost outcomes still come from disciplined home charging during lower-rate windows. In practical use, Boston rewards schedule control more than one-time charger proximity.
Primary utility: Eversource
Rate: $0.30/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Boston: $0.30/kWh
Massachusetts average: $0.28/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Boston
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $78.95 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $142.86 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $75.00 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Boston
Total
720
Level 2
1,639
DC Fast
81
Density
111.5/100k
Available networks in Boston:
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
1341 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215
2.3 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
100 Cambridgeside Place, Cambridge, MA 02141
1.1 miles away
ChargePoint
ChargePoint
Boston, MA
6.8 miles away
eVgo
EVgo
Boston, MA
7.2 miles away
Jamaica Plain Municipal Lot
ChargePoint
Boston, MA
4.4 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Boston.
Boston Local Charging Insights
Boston combines excellent charging availability with high power costs. The biggest savings usually come from off-peak charging behavior and reliable recurring access.
- Eversource territory pricing means charging-hour selection can have a large annual impact; unmanaged peak charging can noticeably raise effective cost per mile.
- Boston's station density is among the strongest in major U.S. cities, but utilization still concentrates in core neighborhoods and commuter-heavy windows.
- For multifamily and garage-shared households, consistent overnight Level 2 access generally produces more stable monthly costs than frequent DC fast charging.
- Cold-season operation can lift real-world energy use, so winter charging costs may run above mild-weather assumptions even with efficient driving habits.
- In Boston, drivers usually achieve the best ownership economics by combining utility enrollment, rebate stacking, and a predictable weekly charging cadence.
How Boston Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | $0.30/kWh | $78.95 |
| Massachusetts Avg | $0.28/kWh | $72.81 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Worcester | $0.27/kWh | $71.05 |
| Springfield | $0.26/kWh | $68.42 |
Peak: $0.43/kWh
Off-peak: $0.19/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 645,966
EV adoption: 6.4%
Average commute: 33.2 minutes
EV adoption rank in Massachusetts: #1
Market: Great for EVs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Boston?
At $0.30/kWh, 1,000 monthly miles is about $78.95 for an efficient sedan-like profile around 3.8 mi/kWh.
Is home charging in Boston cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Boston is about $39.47 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Boston compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Springfield is lower at $0.26/kWh while Worcester is higher at $0.27/kWh. Boston is $0.30/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Boston?
Boston has 720 public stations, including 81 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Boston?
Eversource 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: 111.5/100k in Boston, 51.9/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.