Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $87.55 per month.
Per use
$2.88
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.88
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$87.55
304 kWh
Per year
$1,051
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.44 | $43.78 | $526 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.88 | $87.55 | $1,051 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.76 | $175 | $2,102 |
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 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.88 per day, $87.55 per month, or $1,051 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $87.55 per month here versus $55.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.