Cheapest EV Charging in Costa Mesa, CA
How much does EV charging cost in Costa Mesa, CA?
As of October 20, 2026, the cheapest EV charging in Costa Mesa, California is Free at Non-Networked (AAA - Auto Club of Southern California, Costa Mesa Branch). Public charging prices range from $0.44/kWh to $0.76/kWh across 9 stations with published pricing. 7 stations offer free charging.
Prices shown as $/kWh as of October 20, 2026. Charging costs change frequently — confirm at the station before charging.
Cheapest EV Charging Stations in Costa Mesa
| # | Station | Network | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AAA - Auto Club of Southern California, Costa Mesa Branch 3350 Harbor Blvd |
Non-Networked | Free | as of May 12, 2025 |
| 2 | Agape Wellness Center - Tesla Destination 1182 Bristol St |
Tesla Destination | Free | as of August 27, 2026 |
| 3 | Audi Costa Mesa 1275 Bristol St |
Blink Network | Free | as of October 20, 2026 |
| 4 | Avenue of the Arts Hotel - Tesla Destination 3350 Avenue of the Arts |
Tesla Destination | Free | as of August 27, 2026 |
| 5 | Ayres Hotel & Suites Costa Mesa - Tesla Destination 325 Bristol St |
Tesla Destination | Free | as of August 27, 2026 |
| 6 | Ayres Suites - Costa Mesa - Tesla Destination 345 Bristol St |
Tesla Destination | Free | as of August 27, 2026 |
| 7 | Orange Coast Nissan 2850 Harbor Blvd |
Non-Networked | Free | as of January 13, 2026 |
| 8 | Rove EV Charging Hub - Costa Mesa 2666 Harbor Blvd |
Rove | $0.44/kWh | as of April 14, 2026 |
| 9 | Rove EV Charging Hub - Tesla Supercharger 2666 Harbor Blvd |
Tesla | $0.76/kWh | as of October 13, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest EV charging in Costa Mesa, CA?
As of October 20, 2026, the cheapest published rate is Free on the Non-Networked network at AAA - Auto Club of Southern California, Costa Mesa Branch.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Costa Mesa?
Public EV charging in Costa Mesa ranges from $0.44/kWh to $0.76/kWh across 9 stations with published pricing, as of October 20, 2026.
Is there free EV charging in Costa Mesa?
Yes — 7 stations in Costa Mesa offer free charging. See the ranking above for details.