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Calculate the exact cost and time to charge your Tesla at home using real California utility rates. Compare single-phase and 3-phase charging options.
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Your Charge Settings
Select your Tesla model, set your charge levels, choose your utility provider, and we'll calculate your home charging cost and time instantly.
① Select Your Tesla Model
Battery capacity varies by model and variant. Select the closest match.
Model 3 SR
60 kWh
Model 3 LR
82 kWh
Model Y SR
75 kWh
Model Y LR
82 kWh
Model S
100 kWh
Model X
100 kWh
Cybertruck
123 kWh
Model 3 RWD
79 kWh
Model S Plaid
100 kWh
② Set Charge Levels
Drag the left handle to set your current charge, and the right handle to set your target. The highlighted range is what will be charged.
⚡ Energy needed: — kWh · Battery: 60 kWh capacity
③ Select Your Utility Provider
California residential electricity rates vary significantly by utility. These are average 2024–25 standard rates.
PG&E
$0.32/kWh
SCE
$0.28/kWh
SDG&E
$0.40/kWh
LADWP
$0.20/kWh
SMUD
$0.18/kWh
Other CA
$0.25/kWh
Set your charge levels and click Calculate to see your home charging cost and time.
🇺🇸 CA Utility Rates 2024–25
| Utility | Avg ¢/kWh |
|---|---|
| PG&E (Pacific Gas & Electric) | $0.32 |
| SCE (Southern CA Edison) | $0.28 |
| SDG&E (San Diego Gas & Electric) | $0.40 |
| LADWP (Los Angeles) | $0.20 |
| SMUD (Sacramento) | $0.18 |
Rates are average residential blended rates. Time-of-use (TOU) off-peak rates can be significantly lower — check your utility's EV tariff.
💡 Charging Level Guide
Level 1 (120V): Standard wall outlet, ~1.4 kW. Very slow — 3–5 miles/hr.
Level 2 Single-Phase (240V): NACS/J1772 wall charger, 7.2–7.4 kW. Adds ~25–30 miles/hr. Most common home setup.
Level 2 Three-Phase (240V): 3-phase wall charger, 11–22 kW. Adds ~75–100 miles/hr. Requires 3-phase power supply.
Level 2 Single-Phase (240V): NACS/J1772 wall charger, 7.2–7.4 kW. Adds ~25–30 miles/hr. Most common home setup.
Level 2 Three-Phase (240V): 3-phase wall charger, 11–22 kW. Adds ~75–100 miles/hr. Requires 3-phase power supply.
📅 Tip: Off-Peak Charging
Most CA utilities offer EV Time-of-Use (TOU) plans with off-peak rates as low as $0.10–$0.16/kWh (typically midnight–7am). Schedule your Tesla to charge overnight using the Tesla app to cut your charging costs by up to 50–60%.