How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD at home in South Dakota?
$13.72 for a full charge
- Per 100 miles
- $3.78
- A month at 1,000 miles
- $37.79
- Per mile
- 3.8¢
- Gas at 30 mpg, same miles
- $149.33
2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD, EPA 24.6 kWh per 100 miles, at South Dakota’s average rate of 15.4¢ per kWh (EIA, June 2026). Driving the full EPA range of 363 miles at 24.6 kWh per 100 miles takes about 89.3 kWh from the wall, charging losses included. How we calculate this
Electricity versus gasoline
| Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | Gas car | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 miles | $3.78 | $14.93 | $11.15 |
| A month (1,000 mi) | $37.79 | $149.33 | $111.55 |
| A year (12,000 mi) | $453.43 | $1,792.00 | $1,338.57 |
Home charging beats gas for this car as long as electricity costs less than 60.7¢ per kWh. Negative differences mean the gas car is cheaper. The 30 mpg comparison car is our assumption; see the methodology.
What it costs at other monthly mileages
| Miles a month | Energy | Electricity | Gas (30 mpg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 123 kWh | $18.89 | $74.67 |
| 750 | 185 kWh | $28.34 | $112.00 |
| 1,000 | 246 kWh | $37.79 | $149.33 |
| 1,500 | 369 kWh | $56.68 | $224.00 |
| 2,000 | 492 kWh | $75.57 | $298.67 |
Charging in South Dakota compared with other states
South Dakota’s residential rate is the 19th cheapest of 51 states and DC, 3.0¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−16%). South Dakota’s rate is up 1.1¢ from June 2025 (14.2¢, +8.0%).
Ways to spend less
- Ask your utility about a time-of-use or EV rate and schedule charging for off-peak hours; the car or charger can do it automatically.
- Precondition the cabin while the car is still plugged in, so heating or cooling comes from the grid instead of the battery.
- Keep tires at the pressure on the door-jamb sticker; underinflated tires raise consumption.
- Drive 100 fewer miles a month: saves $3.78 at 15.4¢ per kWh.
Questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD in South Dakota?
About $13.72. Driving the full EPA range of 363 miles at 24.6 kWh per 100 miles takes about 89.3 kWh from the wall, charging losses included. at 15.4¢ per kWh.
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD per month?
About $37.79 a month at 1,000 miles (15.4¢ per kWh), or $453.43 a year in South Dakota. At the EPA rating of 24.6 kWh per 100 miles, 1,000 miles take 246 kWh from the wall.
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD per mile?
3.8¢ a mile, or $3.78 per 100 miles in South Dakota.
Is charging a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD cheaper than gas?
Yes in South Dakota: $3.78 per 100 miles against $14.93 for a 30 mpg car at $4.48 a gallon (AAA, September 24, 2026). It stays cheaper as long as electricity costs less than 60.7¢ per kWh.
How many kWh does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD?
Driving the full EPA range of 363 miles at 24.6 kWh per 100 miles takes about 89.3 kWh from the wall, charging losses included. Most charging sessions top up part of the battery, so a typical night uses less.
How does charging in South Dakota compare with other states?
South Dakota’s residential rate is the 19th cheapest of 51 states and DC, 3.0¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−16%). South Dakota’s rate is up 1.1¢ from June 2025 (14.2¢, +8.0%).
Sources
- EPA rating carrier: Premium RWD: 137 MPGe combined, 363 mi
- EPA rating carrier: Edmunds MPGe/range page in same result set
- EPA rating carrier: fueleconomy.gov page for 2026 Model 3 Premium RWD exists
- U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov (official ratings; verify here)
- AAA, national average price of regular gasoline, September 24, 2026
- U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A: average price of electricity to ultimate customers, residential, June 2026 Figures transcribed from republications of this table on September 26, 2026; pending direct verification from the EIA API.
- Carrier page: June 2026 residential average price, citing EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A
Usage assumptions (hours a day, season) are ours and listed on the methodology page. Found an error? Tell us.