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EV Charging Costs in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC
Electric vehicle owners in Cary benefit from developing charging infrastructure. The local utility, Duke Energy Carolinas, charges an average of $0.13/kWh for residential service, below the national average.
Primary utility: Duke Energy Carolinas
Rate: $0.13/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Cary: $0.13/kWh
North Carolina average: $0.15/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Cary
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $34.21 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $61.90 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $32.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Cary
Total
30
Level 2
25
DC Fast
5
Density
19.9/100k
Available networks in Cary:
Downtown Cary Charging Hub
EVgo
1200 Main St, Cary, NC
1.2 miles away
Central Cary Charging Hub
ChargePoint
1237 Main St, Cary, NC
2.9 miles away
North Cary Charging Hub
Blink
1274 Main St, Cary, NC
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Cary.
How Cary Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cary | $0.13/kWh | $34.21 |
| North Carolina Avg | $0.15/kWh | $40.60 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Raleigh | $0.17/kWh | $44.74 |
| Durham | $0.17/kWh | $44.74 |
| Fayetteville | $0.17/kWh | $44.74 |
Peak: $0.19/kWh
Off-peak: $0.08/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 151,088
EV adoption: 3.3%
Average commute: 27.6 minutes
EV adoption rank in North Carolina: #7
Market: Growing market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Cary?
A practical baseline in Cary is near $34.21 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.13/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Cary cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Cary is about $84.21 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Cary compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Winston-Salem is lower at $0.13/kWh while Raleigh is higher at $0.17/kWh. Cary is $0.13/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Cary?
Cary has 30 public stations, including 5 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Cary?
Duke Energy Carolinas 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: 19.9/100k in Cary, 28.4/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.