Wondering what it will run to power up a Level 2 charger in your Atlanta garage?  In 2025 the typical metro homeowner spends $1,100–$3,000 all-in, a figure that bundles hardware, labor, permits and—when needed—minor panel work.  Smart 40- to 48-amp chargers retail for $350–$800, and Georgia Power sweetens the pot with a $200 residential rebate while funds last.   Electricians generally charge $500–$1,500 to install dedicated 50-amp wiring; the range hinges on whether they must fish conduit through finished walls or run it across unfinished basement joists.   Upgrades to a 200-amp service panel tack on roughly $1,200–$2,000, right in line with Angi’s statewide average of $1,600.   Before you grimace, stack the savings: Atlanta’s average residential electricity rate sits near 13.6 ¢/kWh—half the cost of gasoline on a per-mile basis—and drops further if you shift charging to Georgia Power’s Overnight Advantage plan between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.   Combine the utility rebate with the federal 30 % §30C tax credit (max $1,000) and many homeowners see payback in under two years.   Ready to crunch your exact number?  Click “Get My Quote” on ChargeMatch and see real electrician pricing for your ZIP in sixty seconds—no sales calls required.