Home charger installation
About $2,741 all in. Paid back in about 2 years of skipped gas.
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$2,442
Average installation, 2026
Qmerit data via EnergySage, charger not included
$1,359/yr
Saved vs gas by charging at home
Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD, 12,000 miles, US average prices
$0
If you already have the outlet
Plug-in chargers use a NEMA 14-50
Estimate your all-in cost
Your estimate, installed
$2,741
- Charger: $299
- Installation: $2,442 (US average, labor and materials)
State averages are Qmerit's 2026 figures as published by EnergySage and may already include some extra work. Get two or three quotes; ask whether the permit is included.
What goes into the price
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Level 2 charger | $299 to $585 (our table) |
| Installation, standard job | $800 to $3,000 |
| New 240-volt circuit (parts) | $60 to $150 |
| Permit | $50 to $800 |
| Long wire run (60 to 80 ft) | +$1,000 to $1,500 |
| Subpanel | +$500 to $1,500 |
| Service (panel) upgrade | +$1,500 to $4,000+ |
Ranges from EnergySage (updated June 22, 2026), checked October 19, 2026; the standard-job range is Qmerit's. Charger prices from the makers' US sites.
Average installation cost in every state
| State | Average installation | With a $299 charger |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $3,139 | $3,438 |
| Alaska | $3,049 | $3,348 |
| Arizona | $2,063 | $2,362 |
| Arkansas | $2,422 | $2,721 |
| California | $2,576 | $2,875 |
| Colorado | $2,398 | $2,697 |
| Connecticut | $2,494 | $2,793 |
| Delaware | $2,092 | $2,391 |
| District of Columbia | $3,036 | $3,335 |
| Florida | $2,087 | $2,386 |
| Georgia | $2,185 | $2,484 |
| Hawaii | $2,781 | $3,080 |
| Idaho | $2,076 | $2,375 |
| Illinois | $2,882 | $3,181 |
| Indiana | $2,131 | $2,430 |
| Iowa | $2,246 | $2,545 |
| Kansas | $3,081 | $3,380 |
| Kentucky | $2,184 | $2,483 |
| Louisiana | $2,669 | $2,968 |
| Maine | $2,711 | $3,010 |
| Maryland | $2,570 | $2,869 |
| Massachusetts | $2,896 | $3,195 |
| Michigan | $2,565 | $2,864 |
| Minnesota | $2,592 | $2,891 |
| Mississippi | $3,680 | $3,979 |
| Missouri | $2,475 | $2,774 |
| Montana | $2,985 | $3,284 |
| Nebraska | $2,270 | $2,569 |
| Nevada | $2,575 | $2,874 |
| New Hampshire | $2,754 | $3,053 |
| New Jersey | $2,850 | $3,149 |
| New Mexico | $2,026 | $2,325 |
| New York | $2,624 | $2,923 |
| North Carolina | $2,027 | $2,326 |
| North Dakota | $2,055 | $2,354 |
| Ohio | $2,873 | $3,172 |
| Oklahoma | $2,185 | $2,484 |
| Oregon | $1,834 | $2,133 |
| Pennsylvania | $3,022 | $3,321 |
| Rhode Island | $3,025 | $3,324 |
| South Carolina | $2,087 | $2,386 |
| South Dakota | $1,996 | $2,295 |
| Tennessee | $2,530 | $2,829 |
| Texas | $2,186 | $2,485 |
| Utah | $2,579 | $2,878 |
| Vermont | $2,600 | $2,899 |
| Virginia | $2,232 | $2,531 |
| Washington | $2,062 | $2,361 |
| West Virginia | $3,150 | $3,449 |
| Wisconsin | $2,595 | $2,894 |
| Wyoming | $2,377 | $2,676 |
Qmerit 2026 data as published by EnergySage; labor and materials, charger not included. State names link to each state's electricity prices and EV charging costs.
Myths, answered
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to install a home EV charger?
Qmerit's 2026 data, published by EnergySage, puts the US average installation price at $2,442 for labor and materials, not counting the charger, and the typical range at $800 to $3,000. Add $299 to about $585 for a Level 2 charger. If you already have a 240-volt outlet where you park, a plug-in charger costs nothing to install.
What makes EV charger installation expensive?
Mostly your electrical panel and the distance. EnergySage's ranges: a long 60 to 80-foot wire run adds $1,000 to $1,500, a subpanel $500 to $1,500, and a full service upgrade $1,500 to $4,000 or more. Permits run $50 to $800 depending on where you live.
Can I avoid a panel upgrade?
Often. Ask the electrician for a load calculation first. A lower-amp circuit (32 instead of 40 or 48 amps) still refills a typical day's driving overnight, and chargers with load management, such as the Emporia Pro, slow down when the house is using a lot so you can stay within your panel's limit.
Is there a tax credit for installing an EV charger in 2026?
The federal charger credit (30C) is not allowed for property placed in service after June 30, 2026, per the IRS. Many utilities and states still offer rebates for chargers or installation, sometimes only for smart chargers that can schedule charging; check your utility's website and our incentives page.
Plug-in or hardwired: which is cheaper to install?
Plug-in is usually a little cheaper and lets you take the charger with you; EnergySage puts the difference at about $100 to $200. Hardwiring is needed above 40 amps and is often recommended outdoors.
Averages are not quotes. Your price depends on your panel, the distance, local labor rates and permits. Always use a licensed electrician and pull a permit where required. Charger prices are from makers' US sites on the dates shown. See our disclaimer.
Sources
- EnergySage, How much does an EV charger installation cost? (updated June 22, 2026; state averages from Qmerit 2026 data) — checked October 19, 2026
- IRS: FAQs on modification of sections 25C, 25D, 25E, 30C, 30D, 45L, 45W and 179D (Public Law 119-21) — not allowed for property placed in service after June 30, 2026
- EVIQO Level 2 (J1772), plug-in 40A or hardwired 48A product page — checked October 31, 2026
- EVIQO NACS Level 2 (Tesla), 40A plug-in product page — checked October 31, 2026
- Lectron NEXUS Level 2 (J1772) product page — checked October 31, 2026
- Lectron NEXUS Level 2 (Tesla / NACS) product page — checked October 31, 2026
- Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A product page — checked October 31, 2026
- Grizzl-E Classic 40A product page — checked October 19, 2026
- Tesla Wall Connector product page — checked October 19, 2026
Keep going
Comparing smart chargers for utility rebates? See the Emporia (opens in a new tab) and our picks on the charger guide.
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