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EV Charging Costs in West Virginia
West Virginia ranks #31 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.16/kWh. West Virginia has an EV adoption rate of 0.9% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 333 Level 2 ports and 210 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
$0.16/kWh
Rank #31 out of 50
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Local rate snapshots
182
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in West Virginia
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| West Virginia Utility Average | $0.16/kWh |
| West Virginia Municipal Utility | $0.15/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
EV Charging Costs by City in West Virginia
View more West Virginia cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Charleston Metro | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Charleston Suburbs | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in West Virginia
10.3
US average: 23.0
Map results are scoped to West Virginia and update per state page.
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How West Virginia Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #31 | 210 |
| Ohio | $0.18/kWh | #34 | 1,403 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | #38 | 1,771 |
| Maryland | $0.21/kWh | #39 | 1,374 |
| Virginia | $0.16/kWh | #30 | 1,643 |
| Kentucky | $0.14/kWh | #13 | 409 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in West Virginia?
A practical baseline in West Virginia is about $42.11 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.16/kWh, before public charging markups.
How do city charging rates vary inside West Virginia?
Charleston is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.17/kWh, while Charleston reaches about $0.17/kWh.
How strong is charging access across West Virginia?
West Virginia shows about 182 public charging locations, 210 DC fast ports, and roughly 10.3 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is West Virginia cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Kentucky is currently lower at $0.14/kWh, while West Virginia is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in West Virginia?
Commonly listed networks include Non-Networked, ChargePoint Network, Tesla Destination, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.