How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does EV Charger Installation Include?
Installing a Level 2 EV charger at home requires a dedicated 240V circuit and typically a NEMA 14-50 outlet or hardwired connection. It charges most EVs in 4-8 hours.
The national average cost for ev charger installation is $1,200 per charger. Most homeowners pay between $500 and $2,500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Charger
Level 2 charger unit: $300-$800. Installation labor: $200-$1,500
Electrical Work
If panel upgrade is needed, add $1,500-$3,000
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Charger type (Level 1 vs Level 2)
- ✓Electrical panel capacity
- ✓Distance from panel to garage
- ✓Permits required
- ✓Charger brand
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Check for federal tax credits (up to $1,000 for EV charger installation)
- 2.Many utilities offer rebates for EV charger installation
- 3.A NEMA 14-50 outlet is cheaper than hardwiring and allows charger portability
EV Charger Installation Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $410 | $984 | $2,050 |
| Alaska | $640 | $1,536 | $3,200 |
| Arizona | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Arkansas | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| California | $675 | $1,620 | $3,375 |
| Colorado | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Connecticut | $610 | $1,464 | $3,050 |
| Delaware | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Florida | $490 | $1,176 | $2,450 |
| Georgia | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Hawaii | $710 | $1,704 | $3,550 |
| Idaho | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Illinois | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Indiana | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Iowa | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Kansas | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Kentucky | $420 | $1,008 | $2,100 |
| Louisiana | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Maine | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Maryland | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| Massachusetts | $650 | $1,560 | $3,250 |
| Michigan | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Minnesota | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Mississippi | $390 | $936 | $1,950 |
| Missouri | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Montana | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Nebraska | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Nevada | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| New Hampshire | $560 | $1,344 | $2,800 |
| New Jersey | $625 | $1,500 | $3,125 |
| New Mexico | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| New York | $660 | $1,584 | $3,300 |
| North Carolina | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| North Dakota | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Ohio | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma | $415 | $996 | $2,075 |
| Oregon | $550 | $1,320 | $2,750 |
| Pennsylvania | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Rhode Island | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| South Carolina | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| South Dakota | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Tennessee | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Texas | $465 | $1,116 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Vermont | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Virginia | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Washington | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| West Virginia | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | $470 | $1,128 | $2,350 |
| Wyoming | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Level 2 charger worth it?
If you drive an EV daily, absolutely. Level 1 charging adds 3-5 miles per hour. Level 2 adds 25-40 miles per hour.