Battery Recharge Cost in North Carolina
Battery recharge cost depends on battery size and your local electricity price. Below are estimates for North Carolina based on the average residential rate. Data comes from EIA.
Electricity rate
14.08 ¢/kWh
1 kWh recharge
$0.14
5 kWh recharge
$0.70
13.5 kWh recharge
$1.90
Recharge Scenarios
| Battery size | Baseline recharge cost | Recharge cost with 10% charging losses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kWh | $0.14 | $0.16 |
| 5 kWh | $0.70 | $0.78 |
| 13.5 kWh | $1.90 | $2.11 |
13.5 kWh Recharge vs National Average
13.5 kWh in North Carolina
$1.90
13.5 kWh nationally
$2.37
Difference
$-0.47 (-19.9%)
This page estimates the electricity cost to recharge a battery. It does not review products, battery chemistry, installation, or total ownership cost.
Recharge Cost by Battery Size
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does it cost to recharge a 13.5 kWh home battery in North Carolina?
- At the average rate of 14.08¢/kWh, recharging a 13.5 kWh home battery costs approximately $1.90 (baseline) or about $2.11 with 10% charging losses.
- How much does it cost to recharge a 5 kWh backup battery in North Carolina?
- At the average rate of 14.08¢/kWh, recharging a 5 kWh backup battery costs approximately $0.70 (baseline) or about $0.78 with 10% charging losses.
- Why does battery recharge cost vary by state?
- Electricity prices vary significantly by state due to generation mix, transmission costs, regulations, and demand. Higher state rates mean higher recharge costs for the same battery capacity.
- Does charging efficiency affect battery recharge cost?
- Yes. Real-world charging typically has 5–15% losses (inverter, heat, etc.). At 90% efficiency, you draw about 11% more electricity from the grid than the battery stores. Our efficiency-adjusted estimates use a 90% charging efficiency factor.