How much does it cost to charge an electric car in Massachusetts?
Power is expensive in Massachusetts: 30.2¢ per kWh is 89% above the national average, so time-of-use rates and overnight charging matter more here than almost anywhere. Gas is relatively cheap at about $3.09 a gallon (12% below the $3.50 reference), so a thrifty gas car stays more competitive.
At Massachusetts's average rate, adding 100 miles to a Model 3 costs about $7.55 at home, and a full 60 kWh charge costs about $18.12. Over a year of 13,500 miles with 85% home charging, the EV charging cost in Massachusetts comes to about $1,094 — roughly $91 a month. The U.S. average for the same car is $687.
EV charging cost in Massachusetts: home vs station
Home charging at $0.302 per kWh works out to 7.5¢ a mile in a Model 3. Public DC fast charging, often around $0.45 per kWh, is 11.3¢ a mile. If you could only fast charge, the yearly bill would be about $1,519, which is $215 more than gas. Ask your utility about EV or time-of-use plans; overnight rates are frequently well below the average shown here.
EV vs gas cost per mile in Massachusetts
| Vehicle | Per mile | Per year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 8.1¢ | $1,094 | $5,471 |
| Tesla Model Y | 9.1¢ | $1,225 | $6,127 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 9.7¢ | $1,313 | $6,565 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 15.6¢ | $2,101 | $10,504 |
| Honda Civic | 8.8¢ | $1,192 | $5,959 |
| Toyota Camry | 9.7¢ | $1,304 | $6,518 |
| Honda CR-V | 11.0¢ | $1,490 | $7,449 |
| Ford F-150 | 15.4¢ | $2,086 | $10,429 |
EV rows use the blended 85% home / 15% fast-charging price of $0.324 per kWh. Fuel only — maintenance and purchase price are in the calculator.
Is an electric car worth it in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts ranks #50 of 50 for EV fuel savings, near the bottom, so the case rests more on driving a lot, charging at home overnight and lower maintenance. For the Model 3 to cost the same to fuel as a Camry, gas in Massachusetts would have to drop to about $2.59 a gallon. Add lower upkeep — no oil changes and less brake wear — and the yearly gap typically grows by a few hundred dollars. Whether the switch pays off depends mostly on the price difference you pay up front; enter it in the payback field above.
Nearby in the ranking: Connecticut ($258/yr), Rhode Island ($240/yr). Compare all 50 states.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla in Massachusetts?
At about 30.2¢ per kWh, a Model 3 (25 kWh/100 mi) costs roughly 7.5¢ a mile at home and a Model Y (28 kWh/100 mi) about 8.5¢. A full 75 kWh charge is about $22.65 at home; Supercharger and other fast-charging prices are higher and vary by location and time.
Is it cheaper to drive electric than gas in Massachusetts?
Yes. With mostly home charging, an efficient EV saves about $209 a year in fuel compared with a 32 MPG car at Massachusetts's average prices.
What is the average electricity rate in Massachusetts?
Our preset uses about 30.2¢ per kWh, a rounded residential average based on U.S. EIA state data. Your bill can differ by utility, season and plan — use the per-kWh total from your own bill for the best estimate.
How much is gas in Massachusetts?
The preset uses about $3.09 per gallon of regular, a rounded statewide average. Pump prices change weekly, so type today's local price into the calculator.