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EV Charging Costs in Maryland
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Maryland ranks #39 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.21/kWh. Maryland has an EV adoption rate of 3.3% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 3,946 Level 2 ports and 1,374 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.21/kWh
Rank #39 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
1,658
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Maryland
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.21/kWh
$0.03/kWh above US average
up 3.5%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Maryland Utility Average | $0.21/kWh |
| Maryland Municipal Utility | $0.20/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Maryland for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Maryland
View more Maryland cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $0.22/kWh | $57.89/month | View city page -> |
| Baltimore Metro | $0.21/kWh | $55.26/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Baltimore Suburbs | $0.20/kWh | $52.63/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Maryland
Level 2 Ports
3,946
DC Fast Ports
1,374
Stations per 100k Residents
26.8
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Maryland and update per state page.
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How Maryland Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland (Current) | $0.21/kWh | #39 | 1,374 |
| Virginia | $0.16/kWh | #30 | 1,643 |
| West Virginia | $0.16/kWh | #31 | 210 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | #38 | 1,771 |
| Delaware | $0.19/kWh | #36 | 289 |
| Arkansas | $0.13/kWh | #3 | 257 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Maryland?
Using Maryland's average residential rate ($0.21/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $55.26 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Maryland?
Baltimore is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.19/kWh, while Frederick reaches about $0.22/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Maryland?
Maryland shows about 1,658 public charging locations, 1,374 DC fast ports, and roughly 26.8 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Maryland cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Arkansas is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while Maryland is $0.21/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Maryland?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, SWTCH, 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.