Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $42.26 per month.
Per use
$1.39
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.39
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$42.26
304 kWh
Per year
$507
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.70 | $21.13 | $254 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.39 | $42.26 | $507 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $2.78 | $84.51 | $1,015 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.39 per day, $42.26 per month, or $507 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $42.26 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.