EV charging
Florida EV Charging Cost Guide: FPL & Duke Energy EV Rates (2026)
Florida EV charging costs: competitive utility rates ($0.13–$0.15/kWh), flat-rate unlimited overnight charging programs, and hurricane backup power.
Data reviewed October 24, 2026
Florida ranks second in the nation for total electric vehicle registrations. With flat topography, mild winters, and abundant solar irradiance, Florida provides an ideal operating environment for EV efficiency, supported by competitive utility generation from Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy.
| Utility Company | Standard Rate / kWh | Special EV Program | Full 75 kWh Charge Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Power & Light (FPL) | $0.138 / kWh | FPL EVolution Unlimited Home ($38/mo) | $10.35 |
| Duke Energy Florida | $0.152 / kWh | Off-Peak EV TOU Credit | $11.40 |
| Tampa Electric (TECO) | $0.145 / kWh | Residential Prime Time | $10.88 |
| Orlando Utilities (OUC) | $0.132 / kWh | Level 2 Charger Rebate ($200) | $9.90 |
FPL EVolution Home Unlimited Program
Florida Power & Light offers an innovative program where FPL installs a Level 2 home charging station and provides unlimited off-peak overnight and weekend charging for a flat monthly subscription of approximately $31 to $38 per month.
Year-Round Battery Efficiency Advantage
Unlike northern states where winter temperatures cut EV range by 25%, Florida vehicles maintain high efficiency (3.8 to 4.2 miles per kWh) year-round, minimizing annual kWh consumption.
Bidirectional Charging for Hurricane Backup
Modern EVs equipped with bidirectional V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) power (such as the Ford F-150 Lightning and Kia EV9) can power critical household circuits during post-hurricane grid outages for up to three to five days.
Frequently asked questions
- Can you charge an EV from home solar in Florida?
- Yes. An average 8 kW residential solar array in Florida generates 32 to 38 kWh of clean electricity daily, sufficient to power a typical 40-mile daily commute with surplus energy left over.
- Does Florida charge an extra annual registration fee for EVs?
- Florida has considered legislative proposals for EV registration surcharges, but currently maintains standard vehicle weight registration fees.