EV Charging Costs in Montana
At 11.85¢/kWh, Montana is 26% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #7 cheapest out of 51.
Data: EIA residential electricity rates · EPA vehicle efficiency · March 2026
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Similar States by Electricity Rate
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana (you) | 11.85¢ | $31.11 | #7 |
| North Dakota | 11.2¢ | $29.40 | #4 |
| Wyoming | 11.22¢ | $29.45 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | 11.6¢ | $30.45 | #6 |
| Louisiana | 11.87¢ | $31.16 | #8 |
| Nebraska | 11.99¢ | $31.47 | #9 |
EV Charging in Montana: What You Need to Know
Montana's residential electricity rate of 11.85¢/kWh is 26% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $31.11 per month in charging costs — or $373.28 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,202 per year.
At $0.030 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Montana costs 76% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $6,009 in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
A full charge on a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery, 272 miles of range) costs $7.11 in Montana. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.13 to $2.84.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Montana's average residential rate of 11.85¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $7.11. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $31.11.