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EV Charging Costs in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC
Columbia's EV charging landscape features 25 Level 2 stations and 5 DC fast chargers. Time-of-use rates are available, allowing owners to save by charging during off-peak hours.
Primary utility: South Carolina Utility Average
Rate: $0.16/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: Program dependent
Columbia: $0.16/kWh
South Carolina average: $0.15/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Columbia
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $42.11 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $76.19 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $40.00 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Columbia
Total
30
Level 2
25
DC Fast
5
Density
22.5/100k
Available networks in Columbia:
Downtown Columbia Charging Hub
ChargePoint
1200 Main St, Columbia, SC
1.2 miles away
Central Columbia Charging Hub
Blink
1237 Main St, Columbia, SC
2.9 miles away
North Columbia Charging Hub
FLO
1274 Main St, Columbia, SC
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Columbia.
How Columbia Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $0.16/kWh | $42.11 |
| South Carolina Avg | $0.15/kWh | $40.35 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| North Charleston | $0.16/kWh | $42.11 |
| Charleston | $0.14/kWh | $36.84 |
Peak: $0.20/kWh
Off-peak: $0.09/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: Not listed
Population: 133,358
EV adoption: 2.2%
Average commute: 30.0 minutes
EV adoption rank in South Carolina: #1
Market: Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Columbia?
At $0.16/kWh, 1,000 monthly miles is about $42.11 for an efficient sedan-like profile around 3.8 mi/kWh.
Is home charging in Columbia cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Columbia is about $76.32 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Columbia compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Charleston is lower at $0.14/kWh while North Charleston is higher at $0.16/kWh. Columbia is $0.16/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Columbia?
Columbia has 30 public stations, including 5 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Columbia?
South Carolina Utility Average 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: 22.5/100k in Columbia, 24.9/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.