EV Charging Costs in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY
Buffalo offers excellent opportunities for EV owners. With 162 charging stations and an average electricity rate of $0.27/kWh, the city offers competitive rates for electric vehicle charging.
Primary utility: Con Edison
Rate: $0.27/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Buffalo: $0.27/kWh
New York average: $0.26/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Buffalo
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $71.05 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $128.57 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $67.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Buffalo
Total
162
Level 2
411
DC Fast
20
Density
62.6/100k
Available networks in Buffalo:
ChargePoint
ChargePoint
Buffalo, NY
6.6 miles away
Public Network Charging Station 2
Public Network
Buffalo, NY
0.4 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
Buffalo, NY
6.1 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
800 Harlem Road, West Seneca, NY 14224
4.8 miles away
Public Network Charging Station 5
Public Network
Buffalo, NY
0.3 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Buffalo.
Local Charging Insights
- Time-of-use rates can reduce charging costs by 30-50% when charging overnight.
- With 62.6 stations per 100k residents, Buffalo has above-average charging coverage.
How Buffalo Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | $0.27/kWh | $71.05 |
| New York Avg | $0.26/kWh | $68.42 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Rochester | $0.25/kWh | $65.79 |
| Yonkers | $0.22/kWh | $57.89 |
| Staten Island | $0.30/kWh | $78.95 |
Peak: $0.28/kWh
Off-peak: $0.12/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 258,959
EV adoption: 6.5%
Average commute: 26.2 minutes
EV adoption rank in New York: #3
Market: Great for EVs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Buffalo?
At $0.27/kWh, 1,000 monthly miles is about $71.05 for an efficient sedan-like profile around 3.8 mi/kWh.
Is home charging in Buffalo cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Buffalo is about $47.37 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Buffalo compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Yonkers is lower at $0.22/kWh while Staten Island is higher at $0.30/kWh. Buffalo is $0.27/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Buffalo?
Buffalo has 162 public stations, including 20 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Buffalo?
Con Edison 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: 62.6/100k in Buffalo, 18.2/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.