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EV Charging Costs in Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake, VA
Electric vehicle owners in Chesapeake benefit from developing charging infrastructure. The local utility, Dominion Energy Virginia, charges an average of $0.17/kWh for residential service, below the national average.
Primary utility: Dominion Energy Virginia
Rate: $0.17/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: $500.00
Chesapeake: $0.17/kWh
Virginia average: $0.16/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Chesapeake
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $44.74 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $80.95 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $42.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Chesapeake
Total
27
Level 2
55
DC Fast
28
Density
11.7/100k
Available networks in Chesapeake:
Downtown Chesapeake Charging Hub
ChargePoint
1200 Main St, Chesapeake, VA
1.2 miles away
Central Chesapeake Charging Hub
Blink
1237 Main St, Chesapeake, VA
2.9 miles away
North Chesapeake Charging Hub
FLO
1274 Main St, Chesapeake, VA
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Chesapeake.
How Chesapeake Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake | $0.17/kWh | $44.74 |
| Virginia Avg | $0.16/kWh | $42.11 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Norfolk | $0.14/kWh | $36.84 |
| Virginia Beach | $0.16/kWh | $42.11 |
| Newport News | $0.16/kWh | $42.11 |
Peak: $0.20/kWh
Off-peak: $0.09/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: $500.00
Population: 230,571
EV adoption: 4.0%
Average commute: 29.6 minutes
EV adoption rank in Virginia: #3
Market: Growing market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Chesapeake?
A practical baseline in Chesapeake is near $44.74 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.17/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Chesapeake cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Chesapeake is about $73.68 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Chesapeake compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Norfolk is lower at $0.14/kWh while Richmond is higher at $0.18/kWh. Chesapeake is $0.17/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Chesapeake?
Chesapeake has 27 public stations, including 28 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Chesapeake?
Dominion Energy Virginia 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: 11.7/100k in Chesapeake, 17.5/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.