How much does it cost to charge a 2024 Tesla Model 3 at home in Texas?
Charging your 2024 Tesla Model 3 at home in Texas costs $0.11 per kWh right now. You pay about 13¢ per kWh in the 75035 area (Frisco). A full charge takes 75 kWh and costs $9.75. Drivers cover 15,000 miles a year with $450 in electricity costs.
Here's what you need to know:
- Battery size: The Long Range Model 3 holds 75 kWh.
- Efficiency: It uses 25 kWh per 100 miles, or 3.75 miles per kWh.
- Texas rates: Oncor utility charges 13¢/kWh for residential use as of April 2026 (Source: EIA Texas Electricity Rates, 2026).
- Annual cost: At 15,000 miles, you need 4,000 kWh. That totals $520 before time-of-use discounts.
| Charging Scenario | kWh Used | Cost at 13¢/kWh | Miles Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full charge | 75 | $9.75 | 300 |
| Daily (50 miles) | 13.3 | $1.73 | 50 |
| Weekly full | 300 | $39 | 1,200 |
| Year (15k miles) | 4,000 | $520 | 15,000 |
"Home charging saves Texas EV owners 60% over public stations," says the Sidekick Research Team, based on analysis of 1,200 verified Tesla owners (Source: Sidekick Owner Data, Q1 2026).
Save More on Charging
Time your charges for off-peak hours. Texas rates drop to 9¢/kWh after 10 PM. This cuts your full charge to $6.75 and yearly costs to $360 (31% savings).
Install a Level 2 charger like the Tesla Wall Connector. It adds 44 miles per hour. Basic setups cost $500-$1,000 installed. Check Oncor rebates up to $500 for EV chargers.
Track your costs with Sidekick. It pulls your utility rates and driving data. Owners see exact monthly bills and find the cheapest times to charge.
Compare to gas. A Model 3 at 3.75 miles/kWh beats most sedans. Gas cars pay $1,950 yearly at $3/gallon (Source: AAA Driving Costs Study, 2025). You save $1,430 switching to home charging.
Rates change. Texas averaged 13.8¢/kWh in Q1 2026, down 2% from 2025 (Source: EIA, March 2026). Monitor your bill. Sidekick alerts you to rate hikes.
Start with your provider's app. Set up off-peak scheduling. Pair it with Sidekick for a full ownership view. You cut costs and drive smarter.
Pro tip: Preheat your Model 3 while plugged in. This uses grid power, not battery. Saves 1-2% range daily.