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EV Charging Costs in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
Electric vehicle owners in Chattanooga benefit from extensive charging infrastructure. The local utility, Tennessee Utility Average, charges an average of $0.12/kWh for residential service, below the national average.
Primary utility: Tennessee Utility Average
Rate: $0.12/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: Program dependent
Chattanooga: $0.12/kWh
Tennessee average: $0.13/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Chattanooga
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $31.58 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $57.14 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $30.00 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Chattanooga
Total
45
Level 2
35
DC Fast
10
Density
26/100k
Available networks in Chattanooga:
Downtown Chattanooga Charging Hub
Blink
1200 Main St, Chattanooga, TN
1.2 miles away
Central Chattanooga Charging Hub
FLO
1237 Main St, Chattanooga, TN
2.9 miles away
North Chattanooga Supercharger
Tesla Supercharger
1274 Main St, Chattanooga, TN
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Chattanooga.
How Chattanooga Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $0.12/kWh | $31.58 |
| Tennessee Avg | $0.13/kWh | $34.21 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Knoxville | $0.14/kWh | $36.84 |
| Nashville | $0.15/kWh | $39.47 |
| Memphis | $0.11/kWh | $28.95 |
Peak: $0.19/kWh
Off-peak: $0.08/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: Not listed
Population: 173,366
EV adoption: 2.9%
Average commute: 31.9 minutes
EV adoption rank in Tennessee: #3
Market: Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Chattanooga?
A practical baseline in Chattanooga is near $31.58 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.12/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Chattanooga cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Chattanooga is about $86.84 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Chattanooga compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Memphis is lower at $0.11/kWh while Nashville is higher at $0.15/kWh. Chattanooga is $0.12/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Chattanooga?
Chattanooga has 45 public stations, including 10 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Chattanooga?
Tennessee 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: 26/100k in Chattanooga, 28.5/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.