Tesla Model S Plaid in Mississippi
Home charging at 13.59¢/kWh (EIA). 33 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 38¢/kWh avg.
EV vs gas car — annual fuel cost
The Tesla Model S Plaid at home rates compared against a typical 28-mpg gas car and a 40-mpg hybrid at the Mississippi fuel price ($2.85/gal).
| Annual mileage | Tesla Model S Plaid (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $269 | $611 | $428 | $342 |
| 10,000 mi | $448 | $1018 | $713 | $569 |
| 12,000 mi | $538 | $1221 | $855 | $683 |
| 15,000 mi | $673 | $1527 | $1069 | $854 |
| 20,000 mi | $897 | $2036 | $1425 | $1139 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in Mississippi runs about 2.8× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1505 vs $538 at home — a $967 penalty. Apartment dwellers and road-trippers should price this in; daily commuters with home Level 2 can usually ignore public chargers.
DC fast rate is a network average (Electrify America + EVgo + Tesla Supercharger + ChargePoint). Real prices vary by location, time of day, and membership tier.
EV incentives in Mississippi
Mississippi does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. Federal Section 30D credit of $7,500 still applies for qualifying vehicles (US-assembled with sourced battery components, MSRP cap, household income cap). Check the EV tax credit eligibility list for your vehicle. Some utilities offer charger installation rebates — check with your local utility.
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How Tesla Model S Plaid cost compares in Mississippi's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi (current) | 13.59¢ | $2.85 | $4.48 | $5.69 |
| Louisiana | 12.20¢ | $2.90 | $4.03 | $6.33 |
| Tennessee | 12.42¢ | $2.95 | $4.10 | $6.44 |
| Arkansas | 12.73¢ | $2.85 | $4.20 | $5.98 |
| Alabama | 14.97¢ | $2.90 | $4.94 | $5.42 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 33 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 359 miles
- Make / model: Tesla Model S Plaid
Other EVs in Mississippi
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model S Plaid at home in Mississippi?
- About $4.48 per 100 miles at the Mississippi residential electricity rate of 13.59¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $10.18 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$683.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in Mississippi?
- Public DC fast charging in Mississippi averages ~38¢/kWh — that's 2.8× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $12.54 at public chargers vs $4.48 at home. For daily commuting, home charging pays off. Public fast charging is for road trips and apartment dwellers without home charging access.
- Are there EV incentives in Mississippi?
- Mississippi does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. The federal Section 30D tax credit ($7,500) still applies for qualifying vehicles, and your utility may run separate charger-installation rebates.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in Mississippi?
- Yes — cold weather can reduce EV efficiency by 15-30% (battery + heater draw). The numbers above use EPA combined ratings; budget +20% for sustained sub-freezing temps. Winter range drop is most pronounced for northern states.
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