Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 19% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $46.21 per month.
Per use
$1.52
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.52
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$46.21
304 kWh
Per year
$555
3,650 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.76 | $23.10 | $277 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.52 | $46.21 | $555 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.04 | $92.42 | $1,110 |
New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.52 per day, $46.21 per month, or $555 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 19% below the U.S. average: $46.21 per month here versus $57.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.