California · DC Fast Charging
Supercharging
Rates
Calculator
Estimate the cost of a Supercharger session in California using real market rates. Rates vary by time of day, location demand, and Tesla membership — see exactly what to expect before you plug in.
Step-by-Step Calculator
Your Session Settings
Select your Tesla model, set your charge range, choose when and where you're charging, and we'll calculate your Supercharger session cost instantly.
① Select Your Tesla Model
Battery capacity determines how much energy is needed. Select the closest match to your vehicle.
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 Range
Drag the left handle to your current charge and the right handle to your target. The highlighted range is what will be charged at the Supercharger.
⚡ Energy needed: — kWh · Battery: 60 kWh capacity
③ Select Pricing Tier
California Supercharger rates vary by time of day and station demand. Tesla uses live utilisation-based pricing at many CA sites — select the tier that best matches when and where you're charging.
🌙 Off-Peak
Midnight – 7am
$0.33 / kWh
🌅 Shoulder
7am–10am · 8pm–midnight
$0.44 / kWh
☀️ Peak Daytime
10am – 8pm
$0.57 / kWh
🔥 Surge Pricing
High-traffic · Live demand
$0.75 / kWh
Rates reflect typical 2025 CA Supercharger market rates. Actual prices vary by station — always check the Tesla app before plugging in.
④ Tesla Membership
Tesla Membership ($12.99/mo) gives a per-kWh discount at all Superchargers. Toggle on if you're a member.
Tesla Membership Active
$12.99/month · Saves ~$0.07/kWh at Superchargers
Select your model, charge range, and pricing tier — then click Calculate to see your Supercharger session cost.
Market Rates Reference
CA Supercharger Pricing
Current 2025 California Supercharger pricing tiers by time-of-day. Tesla's live utilisation pricing means rates fluctuate — these are representative market ranges observed across CA stations.
| Time / Condition | Non-Member Rate | Member Rate | Typical Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌙 Off-Peak | $0.30 – $0.36 | $0.23 – $0.29 | Midnight – 7am | Best value — charge overnight if parked near a Supercharger |
| 🌅 Shoulder | $0.40 – $0.48 | $0.33 – $0.41 | 7–10am · 8pm–midnight | Moderate demand; good for early morning road trips |
| ☀️ Peak | $0.50 – $0.64 | $0.43 – $0.57 | 10am – 8pm | Standard daytime rate; highway stations & malls |
| 🔥 Surge | $0.68 – $0.75+ | $0.61 – $0.68+ | Live demand spikes | High-traffic sites (Kettleman City, Baker, Gorman) during holidays |
⚡ How CA Supercharger Pricing Works
California charges by kWh consumed (not by time). Since late 2025, Tesla uses live utilisation-based pricing at 550+ US sites — rates adjust in real time based on how busy the station is. The price shown when you plug in is locked for your session.
💳 Is Tesla Membership Worth It?
At $12.99/month, membership pays for itself if you Supercharge more than ~185 kWh per month (roughly 2–3 full charges on a Model Y). For regular road-trippers, it typically saves $15–$40/month on Supercharger costs in California.
💡 Tips to Lower Your Supercharging Cost
Charge to 80%, not 100% — charging slows significantly above 80% and costs more per mile added.
Use Navigate to Supercharger to pre-condition the battery and reach peak charging speed faster — fewer minutes on the clock.
Avoid holiday weekends at busy corridor stations — surge pricing can push rates 40–60% above standard.
Use Navigate to Supercharger to pre-condition the battery and reach peak charging speed faster — fewer minutes on the clock.
Avoid holiday weekends at busy corridor stations — surge pricing can push rates 40–60% above standard.