Guide
Tesla Model Y Charging Cost: Home vs Supercharger
Real charging economics for the Model Y Long Range and Performance — broken down by full home charge, 10-80% Supercharger session, and cost per mile.
The short answer
A full home charge for the Tesla Model Y costs about $12.75–$13.43 at the US average residential rate of $0.17/kWh. A 10-80% Supercharger session runs $18.90–$19.91 for Tesla owners at the member rate of $0.36/kWh. Home charging is roughly 50% cheaper per mile.
Full home charge (0-100%)
Assumes charging from empty to full at the US average home rate of $0.17/kWh. Most drivers never run to 0%, so real-world costs are slightly lower.
| Trim | Usable battery | Home cost | Range added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y Long Range AWD | 75 kWh | $12.75 | 310 mi |
| Model Y Performance | 79 kWh | $13.43 | 285 mi |
Supercharger session (10-80%)
Most drivers plug in at 10% and unplug around 80% to protect battery health and avoid taper charging. Tesla owner (member) vs non-Tesla (guest) rates.
| Trim | kWh delivered | Member ($0.36/kWh) | Guest ($0.46/kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y Long Range AWD | 52.5 kWh | $18.90 | $24.15 |
| Model Y Performance | 55.3 kWh | $19.91 | $25.44 |
Cost per mile
Calculated as $/kWh divided by EPA combined efficiency (mi/kWh).
| Trim | mi/kWh | Home ¢/mi | Supercharger ¢/mi | Per 100 mi (SC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y Long Range AWD | 3.85 | 4.4¢ | 9.4¢ | $9.35 |
| Model Y Performance | 3.50 | 4.9¢ | 10.3¢ | $10.29 |
Monthly fuel cost: 1,000 miles
A typical driver covering 1,000 miles per month on a mix of home and occasional Supercharging:
| Trim | Home only | Supercharger only | Annual difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y Long Range AWD | $44/mo | $94/mo | Save $592/yr |
| Model Y Performance | $49/mo | $103/mo | Save $651/yr |
Supercharger cost by state
Tesla adjusts Supercharger pricing by station based on local wholesale power and demand charges. Estimated member and guest rates for selected states:
| State | Member $/kWh | Guest $/kWh | 10-80% LR cost | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $0.41 | $0.53 | $21.52 | +15% |
| Texas | $0.32 | $0.41 | $16.80 | -10% |
| Florida | $0.36 | $0.46 | $18.90 | 0% |
| New York | $0.41 | $0.53 | $21.52 | +15% |
| Washington | $0.34 | $0.44 | $17.85 | -5% |
| Illinois | $0.38 | $0.48 | $19.95 | +5% |
| Georgia | $0.34 | $0.44 | $17.85 | -5% |
| Colorado | $0.38 | $0.48 | $19.95 | +5% |
When to charge where
- Daily driving: Home Level 2 overnight is cheapest and most convenient. A full charge every 2-3 nights covers most commuters.
- Road trips: Superchargers add roughly 200+ miles of range in 15-25 minutes. Plan around 10-80% sessions to save time and money.
- Apartment dwellers: If you rely on public charging, mixing workplace Level 2 with occasional Supercharging keeps costs closer to home-charging levels.
- Time-of-use plans: Many utilities offer off-peak rates of $0.08–$0.13/kWh overnight. That can cut home charging costs another 30-50% below the US average.
Calculate your exact Model Y cost
Home electricity and Supercharger rates vary by ZIP code. Use the calculator to get real-world cost-per-mile numbers for your Tesla Model Y and your location.
FAQ
How much does it cost to fully charge a Tesla Model Y?
A full 0-100% charge at home costs about $12.75 for the Long Range and $13.43 for the Performance at the US average residential rate. On a Supercharger, a full charge runs about $27.00–$28.44 for Tesla owners.
Is charging a Model Y cheaper than gas?
Yes. Even at Supercharger rates, the Model Y Long Range costs about 9.35¢ per mile. A comparable gas SUV at 25 MPG and $3.50/gallon costs 14¢ per mile — roughly 3× more than home charging and 1.5× more than Supercharging.
Does the Performance trim cost more to charge?
Slightly. The Performance has a larger battery (79 kWh vs 75 kWh) and lower efficiency (3.50 vs 3.85 mi/kWh), so both full charges and per-mile costs are marginally higher. The difference is roughly $4/month at home for 1,000 miles.