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EV Charging Costs in Arizona
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Arizona is one of the more complex EV cost states because heat, summer peak demand, and utility territory all materially affect charging bills. In practical terms, two households driving similar miles can see different monthly outcomes depending on whether charging is shifted to overnight windows and which provider tariff applies. The most reliable strategy is to model summer and non-summer usage separately before selecting a charging routine.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #22 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
5
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
1,480
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Arizona
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 2.5%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Arizona Public Service | $0.17/kWh |
| Salt River Project | $0.16/kWh |
| Tucson Electric Power | $0.17/kWh |
Utility Context for Arizona EV Drivers
Arizona EV charging economics are heavily time-of-use driven. APS, SRP, and TEP service areas can produce different bill structures, so drivers should validate provider-specific peak windows and optimize charging schedules around lower-cost periods.
- Summer peak periods in Arizona can materially raise effective charging cost if sessions occur during high-demand evening windows, making schedule control a primary savings lever.
- APS publishes EV guidance and TOU transition information, which is useful for households evaluating how charging behavior affects full monthly bills.
- SRP and TEP each publish EV resources, but tariff design and eligibility details differ by service territory, so plan comparisons should be done with provider-specific calculators and rate sheets.
- ADOT's EV corridor planning and alternative fuel corridor work improves long-distance charging reliability, but day-to-day ownership economics still depend mostly on home-charging timing.
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Arizona for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Arizona
View more Arizona cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Tucson | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Mesa | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Scottsdale | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Glendale | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
EV Charging Stations in Arizona
Level 2 Ports
3,182
DC Fast Ports
1,398
Stations per 100k Residents
19.9
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Arizona and update per state page.
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How Arizona Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #22 | 1,398 |
| California | $0.32/kWh | #49 | 17,180 |
| Nevada | $0.14/kWh | #14 | 1,130 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | #10 | 765 |
| New Mexico | $0.16/kWh | #26 | 558 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | #23 | 1,541 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Arizona?
For most drivers in Arizona, 1,000 monthly miles usually lands near $42.11 in home-charging cost at the current $0.16/kWh benchmark.
How do city charging rates vary inside Arizona?
Phoenix is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Tempe reaches about $0.18/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Arizona?
Arizona shows about 1,480 public charging locations, 1,398 DC fast ports, and roughly 19.9 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Arizona cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Utah is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while Arizona is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Arizona?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Non-Networked, 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.