How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Tesla Model Y at Home?
Last updated: October 2025
Complete breakdown of Tesla Model Y home charging costs including electricity rates, charging efficiency, and monthly estimates for all variants.
Tesla Model Y home charging cost: Typically $8-15 for a full charge, depending on your local electricity rates and Model Y variant. Long Range and Performance models cost about $2-3 more per charge than Standard Range due to larger battery capacity.
Understanding your Model Y's battery capacity is crucial for accurate cost calculations.
Cost Calculation Formula:
Charging Cost = Battery Capacity × Electricity Rate ÷ Charging Efficiency (e.g., ÷0.90)
| Model Y Variant | Usable Battery | EPA Range | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range (RWD) LFP pack; daily 100% charging OK | ~60 kWh | ~260 miles | ~3.6 mi/kWh (typical real-world) |
| Long Range (AWD) | ~75–78 kWh | ~311–327 miles (varies by region/version) | ~3.5 mi/kWh (typical real-world) |
| Performance (AWD) | ~75–78 kWh | ~277 miles | ~3.1 mi/kWh (typical real-world) |
Standard Range (RWD)
LFP pack; daily 100% charging OK
Long Range (AWD)
Performance (AWD)
EPA vs real-world
EPA ratings are lab estimates. Real-world results vary with speed, climate, tires, HVAC and terrain. Expect a 5–20% swing in many conditions.
Cost per full charge (0-100%) based on different electricity rates across the US.
| Electricity Rate | Standard Range | Long Range | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh (Low) | $6.67 | $8.33 | $8.33 |
| $0.15/kWh (Average) | $10.00 | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| $0.20/kWh (High) | $13.33 | $16.67 | $16.67 |
| $0.25/kWh (Very High) | $16.67 | $20.83 | $20.83 |
$0.10/kWh (Low)
$0.15/kWh (Average)
$0.20/kWh (High)
Based on 1,000 miles per month (12,000 miles/year) and charging at home 80% of the time. Two scenarios shown:
Real-world baseline
1,000 miles/month, 3.5 mi/kWh, 90% charging efficiency, 80% at home.
Example at $0.15/kWh → ≈ $38/month at home (remaining 20% depends on public pricing).
EPA-leaning
1,000 miles/month, 4.4 mi/kWh, 90% efficiency, 80% at home.
Example at $0.15/kWh → ≈ $30/month at home.
| Electricity Rate | Standard Range | Long Range | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $20-25/month $240-300/year | $18-23/month $216-276/year | $20-25/month $240-300/year |
| $0.15/kWh | $30-37/month $360-444/year | $27-34/month $324-408/year | $30-37/month $360-444/year |
| $0.20/kWh | $40-50/month $480-600/year | $36-45/month $432-540/year | $40-50/month $480-600/year |
$0.10/kWh
$0.15/kWh
Rate Structure Factors
- •Time-of-use rates: Off-peak hours can be 50% cheaper than peak
- •Tiered pricing: Higher usage may push you into more expensive tiers
- •EV-specific rates: Many utilities offer special EV charging rates
- •Seasonal variations: Summer rates often higher due to AC demand
Charging Efficiency Factors
- •Temperature effects: Cold weather reduces charging efficiency
- •Charge level: Charging to 100% vs 80% affects efficiency
- •Charger type: Level 2 (240V) more efficient than Level 1 (120V)
- •Battery conditioning: Preconditioning uses additional energy
💡 Cost Optimization Tips
- • Charge during off-peak hours (typically 11 PM - 6 AM)
- • Consider switching to an EV-specific electricity rate plan
- • Charge to 80% for daily use, 100% only for long trips
- • Use scheduled charging to take advantage of lower rates
Time-of-use matters
Off-peak residential rates can be 20–40% lower than peak hours. Use scheduled charging to target off-peak windows.
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