How much does it cost to install an EV charger?
Get a 2026 US estimate in about a minute, then book a licensed electrician in your city.
What actually changes the price
Your panel
A 100A or full panel is the single biggest swing. A service upgrade runs $1,500–$4,000, but a load-management charger can often avoid it.
The run length
Under 25 ft in an attached garage is cheap. 100+ ft to a detached garage means conduit, trenching, and heavier wire.
Permit and inspection
Almost every US jurisdiction requires a permit for a new 240V circuit. Budget $50–$400 depending on your city.
What you get locally
When you continue, you land on a local EV charger installation site staffed by a licensed electrician. They pull the permit, run a real load calculation on your panel, install UL-listed hardware, and stay for the inspection. This site only produces the estimate — the electrician prices the job.
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