Rivian R1T
$70/month avg
Range: 420 miles
Efficiency: 2.6 mi/kWh
Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 495 kWh
Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 5,941 kWh
Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $2.97
EPA range per full charge: 493 miles
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Chevrolet Silverado EV
RST configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.
Battery
205 kWh
Range
493 mi
Efficiency
2.0 mi/kWh
MSRP
$74,995
Chevrolet Silverado EV is one of the highest-intent U.S. truck EV searches because buyers need realistic charging-cost math before replacing full-size gas pickups. As with other electric trucks, charging mix is the dominant cost lever. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $89.11. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), the same monthly distance is about $222.77.
Ideal For
- Pickup owners comparing Silverado EV running cost against full-size gas truck fuel bills.
- Drivers with mixed commuting and work-site mileage who need predictable monthly energy budgeting.
- Households deciding whether truck EV ownership is practical with limited home charging access.
- Buyers evaluating if public-heavy charging changes annual cost expectations for a large battery truck.
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Cost to Charge Chevrolet Silverado EV at Home
Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.
Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
49.5 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$8.91
Cost per full charge
$36.90
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$89.11
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,069.31
Home Charging Breakdown
Cost to Charge Chevrolet Silverado EV at Public Charging Stations
100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.
Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
49.5 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$22.28
Cost per full charge
$92.25
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$222.77
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$2,673.27
Public Charging Breakdown
Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $7.43
Extra monthly cost vs home: $133.66 higher
Extra annual cost vs home: $1,603.96 higher
Compared to gas baseline: spend $1,240.95/year more
Seasonal Charging Cost: Chevrolet Silverado EV
Large-pack profile (>100 kWh). Large battery vehicles generally reduce range anxiety, but seasonal HVAC and thermal management can still move monthly cost materially.
Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.
Winter factor range
+18% to +38%
Factor band: 1.18x-1.38x baseline.
Summer factor range
+6% to +15%
Factor band: 1.06x-1.15x baseline.
Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $105.15-$122.97
Summer: $94.46-$102.48
Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $262.87-$307.43
Summer: $236.14-$256.19
Use planned overnight windows and avoid unnecessary high-SOC public sessions during weather extremes.
Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.
Charging Costs by State
Top 5 cheapest states for Chevrolet Silverado EV: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $0.11/kWh | $54.46 | $653.47 | #1 |
| Arkansas | $0.12/kWh | $59.41 | $712.87 | #2 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | $59.41 | $712.87 | #3 |
| Missouri | $0.12/kWh | $59.41 | $712.87 | #4 |
| Nebraska | $0.12/kWh | $59.41 | $712.87 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | $0.12/kWh | $59.41 | $712.87 | #6 |
| Iowa | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #7 |
| Kentucky | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #8 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #9 |
| Montana | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #10 |
| Nevada | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #11 |
| North Carolina | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #12 |
| South Dakota | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #13 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #14 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #15 |
| Washington | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #16 |
| Wyoming | $0.13/kWh | $64.36 | $772.28 | #17 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | $69.31 | $831.68 | #18 |
| Kansas | $0.14/kWh | $69.31 | $831.68 | #19 |
| Mississippi | $0.14/kWh | $69.31 | $831.68 | #20 |
| Arizona | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #21 |
| Florida | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #22 |
| Minnesota | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #23 |
| New Mexico | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #24 |
| Oregon | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #25 |
| South Carolina | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #26 |
| Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #27 |
| West Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $74.26 | $891.09 | #28 |
| Alabama | $0.16/kWh | $79.21 | $950.50 | #29 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | $79.21 | $950.50 | #30 |
| Indiana | $0.16/kWh | $79.21 | $950.50 | #31 |
| Texas | $0.16/kWh | $79.21 | $950.50 | #32 |
| Delaware | $0.17/kWh | $84.16 | $1,009.90 | #33 |
| Illinois | $0.17/kWh | $84.16 | $1,009.90 | #34 |
| Ohio | $0.17/kWh | $84.16 | $1,009.90 | #35 |
| Wisconsin | $0.18/kWh | $89.11 | $1,069.31 | #36 |
| Maryland | $0.20/kWh | $99.01 | $1,188.12 | #37 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | $99.01 | $1,188.12 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | $99.01 | $1,188.12 | #39 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | $113.86 | $1,366.34 | #40 |
| Vermont | $0.23/kWh | $113.86 | $1,366.34 | #41 |
| Connecticut | $0.25/kWh | $123.76 | $1,485.15 | #42 |
| Alaska | $0.26/kWh | $128.71 | $1,544.55 | #43 |
| New Hampshire | $0.26/kWh | $128.71 | $1,544.55 | #44 |
| New York | $0.27/kWh | $133.66 | $1,603.96 | #45 |
| Maine | $0.30/kWh | $148.51 | $1,782.18 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | $153.47 | $1,841.58 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | $153.47 | $1,841.58 | #48 |
| California | $0.35/kWh | $173.27 | $2,079.21 | #49 |
| Hawaii | $0.42/kWh | $207.92 | $2,495.05 | #50 |
How Long Does It Take to Charge?
Level 1 (120V outlet)
Speed: 2-3 miles/hour
Time to full: 129-171 hours
Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage
Level 2 (240V home)
Speed: 14-17 miles/hour
Time to full: 19-29 hours
Best for: Daily home charging
DC Fast Charging
Speed: up to 250 kW (99 miles in 15 min)
Time to 80%: about 55 minutes
Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups
Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo
Full Specifications
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim | RST |
| Battery Size | 205 kWh |
| Range | 493 miles |
| Efficiency | 2.0 mi/kWh |
| Charging Speed | L1: 2-3 miles/hour; L2: 14-17 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 250 kW (99 miles in 15 min) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Category | truck |
| MSRP | $74,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charge a Chevrolet Silverado EV per month?
At $0.18/kWh home charging, Silverado EV is about $89.11 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $222.77 for the same monthly distance.
What is Chevrolet Silverado EV charging cost per 100 miles?
Using current benchmark assumptions, Silverado EV runs near $8.91 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $22.28 per 100 miles on full public charging.
How much more does public charging cost for Chevrolet Silverado EV?
Compared with home-first charging behavior, full public charging is about $133.66 higher per month and about $1,603.96 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.
Is Level 2 home charging essential for Silverado EV ownership?
For most truck owners, yes. A consistent Level 2 home setup improves overnight recovery and reduces dependence on higher-cost public charging sessions, which is especially important for high-mile use patterns.
How long does Chevrolet Silverado EV take to charge at home and DC fast stations?
Typical planning windows are around 129-171 hours on Level 1, 19-29 hours on Level 2, and about 55 minutes to 80% on DC fast charging when station and battery conditions are favorable.
Can Chevrolet Silverado EV still save money versus gas each year?
Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, Silverado EV saves about $363.01 per year at home-rate assumptions.
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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.