EV Charging Costs in Queens, New York
Queens, NY
Queens has a different EV charging pattern than dense core Manhattan markets: longer local driving distances, mixed housing stock, and airport-adjacent traffic patterns can change where and when drivers charge. In most cases, total charging cost is driven by dependable overnight access and reduced dependence on daytime fast charging. For borough residents, a stable weekly charging routine typically outperforms ad-hoc public charging behavior.
Primary utility: Con Edison
Rate: $0.23/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Queens: $0.23/kWh
New York average: $0.26/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Queens
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $60.53 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $109.52 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $57.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Queens
Total
44
Level 2
233
DC Fast
85
Density
1.8/100k
Available networks in Queens:
eVgo
EVgo
Queens, NY
1.5 miles away
Zip Car Charging Station
Public Network
Queens, NY
1.4 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
23 Green Acres Road West, Valley Stream, NY 11851
5.7 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
8000 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, NY 11385
4.0 miles away
Tesla Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
Queens, NY
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Queens.
Queens Local Charging Insights
Queens charging economics are reliability-first. The largest cost differences usually come from recurring access windows and charging timing, not minor model efficiency gaps.
- Queens has lower station density than core NYC benchmarks, so planning around repeatable charging access points is more important than nearest-station distance alone.
- Con Edison territory pricing means unmanaged daytime charging can raise monthly cost quickly; off-peak discipline is one of the strongest savings levers for borough drivers.
- For households with curbside or shared-parking constraints, combining scheduled Level 2 sessions with minimal DC fast charging usually improves cost predictability.
- Airport corridor and commuter traffic can create charger queue risk at specific times, so backup locations and time-window flexibility are practical requirements.
- NYSERDA and utility-backed programs can improve total ownership economics, especially when charger planning is done before vehicle purchase and commute patterns are finalized.
How Queens Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Queens | $0.23/kWh | $60.53 |
| New York Avg | $0.26/kWh | $68.42 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Brooklyn | $0.24/kWh | $63.16 |
| Bronx | $0.28/kWh | $73.68 |
| Manhattan | $0.28/kWh | $73.68 |
Peak: $0.33/kWh
Off-peak: $0.14/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 2,405,464
EV adoption: 6.2%
Average commute: 33.4 minutes
EV adoption rank in New York: #6
Market: Great for EVs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Queens?
A practical baseline in Queens is near $60.53 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.23/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Queens cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Queens is about $57.89 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Queens compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Yonkers is lower at $0.22/kWh while Staten Island is higher at $0.30/kWh. Queens is $0.23/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Queens?
Queens has 44 public stations, including 85 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Queens?
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: 1.8/100k in Queens, 18.2/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.