Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $38.61 per month.
Per use
$1.27
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.27
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$38.61
304 kWh
Per year
$464
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.64 | $19.30 | $232 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.27 | $38.61 | $464 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $2.54 | $77.22 | $927 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.27 per day, $38.61 per month, or $464 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $38.61 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.