Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $85.73 per month.
Per use
$2.82
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.82
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$85.73
304 kWh
Per year
$1,029
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.41 | $42.86 | $515 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.82 | $85.73 | $1,029 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.64 | $171 | $2,059 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.82 per day, $85.73 per month, or $1,029 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $85.73 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.