Extensive Fast Charging
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States / Virginia
EV Charging Costs in Virginia
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Virginia is a balanced EV market where charging costs are usually manageable, but outcomes vary by utility territory and commuting pattern. In Northern Virginia, dense travel corridors can increase public-charging reliance, while suburban households often get better economics by prioritizing overnight home charging. The most reliable budgeting method is to model weekday charging behavior first, then add occasional highway fast-charging use.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #30 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
5
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
1,783
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Virginia
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 2.8%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Dominion Energy Virginia | $0.16/kWh |
| Appalachian Power | $0.15/kWh |
| NOVEC | $0.16/kWh |
Utility Context for Virginia EV Drivers
Virginia EV charging economics depend on utility tariff design, SCC-regulated rate structures, and corridor charging availability. Drivers typically improve total cost by aligning routine charging with lower-demand hours and validating territory-specific options before selecting equipment.
- Virginia SCC oversight is central to residential electric rate structures, so EV charging planning should start with current tariff and rider details rather than statewide averages alone.
- Dominion Energy's Virginia EV resources provide practical home-charging guidance, especially for households evaluating schedule-based charging behavior.
- VDOT's NEVI deployment supports interstate and corridor charging reliability, which matters most for regional and long-distance travel plans.
- Virginia DEQ and AFDC policy pages are useful for checking current incentive and program status, since eligibility and funding windows can change over time.
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Virginia for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Virginia
View more Virginia cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | View city page -> |
| Richmond | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Norfolk | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Arlington | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Alexandria | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
EV Charging Stations in Virginia
Level 2 Ports
3,618
DC Fast Ports
1,643
Stations per 100k Residents
20.5
US average: 23.0
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How Virginia Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #30 | 1,643 |
| Maryland | $0.21/kWh | #39 | 1,374 |
| North Carolina | $0.15/kWh | #20 | 1,757 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | #9 | 956 |
| Kentucky | $0.14/kWh | #13 | 409 |
| West Virginia | $0.16/kWh | #31 | 210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Virginia?
For most drivers in Virginia, 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 Virginia?
Norfolk is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Richmond reaches about $0.18/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Virginia?
Virginia shows about 1,783 public charging locations, 1,643 DC fast ports, and roughly 20.5 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Virginia cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Tennessee is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while Virginia is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Virginia?
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.