EV Charging Cost in Washington (2026)
What Washington drivers actually pay to charge at home, by EV model, with the state’s average rate filled in for you.
At Washington’s average residential rate of about 11.9¢/kWh, charging a typical EV at home costs about $34 a month for 1,000 miles, about 3.4¢ per mile, a bit below the US average. Enter your own rate below for an exact figure.
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Monthly charging cost in Washington, by EV model
At 11.9¢/kWh and 1,000 miles a month. Tap a model for its full page.
| EV model | Battery | Per charge | Per month | Per 100 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 75 kWh | $8.93 | $34.00 | $3.40 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 58 kWh | $6.84 | $29.75 | $2.98 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 84 kWh | $10.00 | $37.19 | $3.72 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 91 kWh | $10.83 | $39.67 | $3.97 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 85 kWh | $10.12 | $37.19 | $3.72 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 98 kWh | $11.66 | $56.67 | $5.67 |
| Kia EV6 | 84 kWh | $10.00 | $36.06 | $3.61 |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | 82 kWh | $9.76 | $38.39 | $3.84 |
| Honda Prologue | 85 kWh | $10.12 | $39.67 | $3.97 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 123 kWh | $14.64 | $49.58 | $4.96 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 77 kWh | $9.21 | $30.51 | $3.05 |
| Rivian R1S | 135 kWh | $16.07 | $51.74 | $5.17 |
Washington vs its neighbors
Washington electricity rates for EV owners
At about 11.9¢/kWh, Washington has the 7th-lowest residential rate in the country. The Pacific Northwest runs largely on low-cost hydroelectric power, which keeps its rates among the lowest anywhere.
Your own utility’s rate may differ from the state average. The calculator above is editable, so enter the number from your bill for an exact figure.
Charge overnight to pay less: scheduling your charging for off-peak hours can drop your real cost per mile well below the state average. Our Time-of-Use calculator does that math.
Washington EV charging questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Washington?+−
At Washington’s average residential rate of about 11.9¢/kWh, charging a typical EV at home costs about $34 a month for 1,000 miles, roughly 3.4¢ per mile. A full charge of a 75 kWh battery runs about $8.93.
Is charging an EV cheap in Washington?+−
Yes, Washington is below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh, so home charging is cheaper here than in most states, and far cheaper than gas. A 28-mpg gas car costs about 11¢ a mile.
What does public fast charging cost in Washington?+−
Public DC fast charging typically runs 40–50¢/kWh across the US, roughly three times a home rate. It is fine for road trips and expensive as a routine. Home charging on Washington’s 11.9¢ rate is far cheaper.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV or buy gas in Washington?+−
Charging at home wins in Washington: about 3.4¢ per mile versus roughly 11¢ per mile for a 28-mpg gas car at $3.20/gallon, which saves about $963 a year at 1,000 miles a month.
Washington rate: EIA residential average (2026 example value). EV efficiency: EPA ratings. Table assumes 1,000 miles/month, home charging. Estimates only. Full methodology →