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EV Charging Costs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, PA
Electric vehicle owners in Pittsburgh benefit from extensive charging infrastructure. The local utility, PECO, charges an average of $0.21/kWh for residential service, above the national average.
Primary utility: PECO
Rate: $0.21/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: Program dependent
Pittsburgh: $0.21/kWh
Pennsylvania average: $0.21/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Pittsburgh
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $55.26 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $100.00 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $52.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Pittsburgh
Total
308
Level 2
637
DC Fast
100
Density
100.7/100k
Available networks in Pittsburgh:
Downtown Pittsburgh Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
1200 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA
1.2 miles away
Central Pittsburgh Charging Hub
Electrify America
1237 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA
2.9 miles away
North Pittsburgh Charging Hub
EVgo
1274 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Pittsburgh.
How Pittsburgh Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | $0.21/kWh | $55.26 |
| Pennsylvania Avg | $0.21/kWh | $56.14 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Allentown | $0.22/kWh | $57.89 |
| Philadelphia | $0.21/kWh | $55.26 |
Peak: $0.23/kWh
Off-peak: $0.10/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: Not listed
Population: 305,841
EV adoption: 3.0%
Average commute: 22.0 minutes
EV adoption rank in Pennsylvania: #3
Market: Growing market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Pittsburgh?
A practical baseline in Pittsburgh is near $55.26 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.21/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Pittsburgh cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Pittsburgh is about $63.16 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Pittsburgh compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Philadelphia is lower at $0.21/kWh while Allentown is higher at $0.22/kWh. Pittsburgh is $0.21/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh has 308 public stations, including 100 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Pittsburgh?
PECO 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: 100.7/100k in Pittsburgh, 45.5/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.