Acknowledges Lower Gas Prices and Re-Brands as a Provider with the Lowest EV Charging Rates - AAA
In a significant move to cater to the growing number of electric vehicle (EV) owners, AAA has incorporated EV charging data into its "Fuel Prices" platform at gasprices.aaa.com. This new feature aims to address the needs of nearly 2 million AAA members who reside in households with at least one electric vehicle.
The latest information from AAA's updated "Fuel Prices" website shows that the national average cost for electric vehicle charging at public stations is 36 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) as of early August 2025. This data provides comprehensive fuel cost information, including the latest gasoline and EV charging prices, as well as broader oil market dynamics.
However, it's important to note that the EV charging map does not provide detailed historical pricing data for each state or public charging station. The data offered is focused on the availability of public charging stations in each state and the current average cost per kWh for public charging at all levels (Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Charging) broken down by state.
The data shows a significant variation in charging costs across the United States. For instance, West Virginia has the most expensive public charging rates at 52 cents per kWh, while Kansas boasts the least expensive rates at 25 cents per kWh.
| Most Expensive States (cents per kWh) | Least Expensive States (cents per kWh) | |--------------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | West Virginia: 52 | Kansas: 25 | | Alaska: 51 | Missouri: 27 | | Tennessee: 46 | Maryland: 28 | | Hawaii: 46 | Utah: 28 | | South Carolina: 44 | Nebraska: 29 | | Montana: 43 | Delaware: 32 | | New Hampshire: 43 | North Carolina: 33 | | Alabama: 43 | Vermont: 33 | | Arkansas: 42 | Colorado: 33 | | Louisiana: 42 | Washington, DC: 33 |
This regional disparity is influenced by energy availability, infrastructure, and state policies. For comparison, charging at home averages about 17.5 cents per kWh, making public charging roughly twice as expensive on average. DC fast chargers can cost around 50 cents per kWh.
Andrew Gross, a spokesperson for AAA, stated that EV charging rates remain remarkably steady compared to daily gas price fluctuations. Over the past six months, charging costs have shifted by less than a penny, according to AAA. This new feature is intended to provide AAA members with valuable information to plan their fueling and EV operating costs regionally.
The EV charging map does not offer detailed information at the national, state, county, or metropolitan levels like the comprehensive gasoline price map. However, it does provide a useful tool for EV owners to locate public charging stations in their area.
This update to AAA's "Fuel Prices" platform comes at a time when 28 states report average gas prices under $3 per gallon. While the national average price for a gallon of gas has dipped to $3.06, the focus on EV charging costs reflects AAA's commitment to supporting the growing EV community.
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- The national average cost for electric vehicle (EV) charging at public stations is 36 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) as of early August 2025, according to AAA's updated "Fuel Prices" website.
- The latest information shows that charging at home averages about 17.5 cents per kWh, making public charging roughly twice as expensive on average.
- In contrast to daily gas price fluctuations, EV charging rates remain remarkably steady, with charging costs shifting by less than a penny over the past six months, as stated by AAA spokesperson, Andrew Gross.
- As more states report average gas prices under $3 per gallon, AAA's focus on EV charging costs signals its commitment to supporting the growing electric vehicle community.
