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EV Charging Costs in Alabama
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Alabama ranks #21 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.16/kWh. Alabama has an EV adoption rate of 1.4% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 789 Level 2 ports and 855 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #21 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
537
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Alabama
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 4.1%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Alabama Utility Average | $0.16/kWh |
| Alabama Municipal Utility | $0.15/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Alabama for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Alabama
View more Alabama cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Birmingham Metro | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Birmingham Suburbs | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Alabama
Level 2 Ports
789
DC Fast Ports
855
Stations per 100k Residents
10.5
US average: 23.0
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How Alabama Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #21 | 855 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | #9 | 956 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | #11 | 2,053 |
| Florida | $0.16/kWh | #24 | 4,483 |
| Mississippi | $0.15/kWh | #19 | 314 |
| Arkansas | $0.13/kWh | #3 | 257 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Alabama?
Using Alabama's average residential rate ($0.16/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $42.11 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Alabama?
Birmingham is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Montgomery reaches about $0.17/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Alabama?
Alabama shows about 537 public charging locations, 855 DC fast ports, and roughly 10.5 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Alabama cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Tennessee is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while Alabama is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Alabama?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Tesla Destination, Blink Network, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.