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EV Charging Costs in Connecticut
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Connecticut ranks #44 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.27/kWh. Connecticut has an EV adoption rate of 3.1% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 3,698 Level 2 ports and 741 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.27/kWh
Rank #44 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
1,453
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Connecticut
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.27/kWh
$0.09/kWh above US average
up 4.8%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Connecticut Utility Average | $0.27/kWh |
| Connecticut Municipal Utility | $0.26/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Connecticut for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Connecticut
View more Connecticut cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | $0.28/kWh | $73.68/month | View city page -> |
| Bridgeport Metro | $0.27/kWh | $71.05/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Bridgeport Suburbs | $0.26/kWh | $68.42/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Connecticut
Level 2 Ports
3,698
DC Fast Ports
741
Stations per 100k Residents
40.2
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Connecticut and update per state page.
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How Connecticut Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (Current) | $0.27/kWh | #44 | 741 |
| New York | $0.26/kWh | #43 | 2,951 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | #47 | 1,697 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | #48 | 123 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | #38 | 1,771 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | #40 | 1,978 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Connecticut?
Using Connecticut's average residential rate ($0.27/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $71.05 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Connecticut?
Bridgeport is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.23/kWh, while New Haven reaches about $0.28/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Connecticut?
Connecticut shows about 1,453 public charging locations, 741 DC fast ports, and roughly 40.2 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Connecticut cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Pennsylvania is currently lower at $0.20/kWh, while Connecticut is $0.27/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Connecticut?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, AMPUP, 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.