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A Tesla Model 3 owner in Washington pays about $43 in electricity per 1,000 miles when charging at home, based on 14.63¢ per kWh, the EIA’s latest state average (August 2026). That’s $0.043 per mile and about $13.37 for a full charge.
Washington ranks #40 of 51 for electricity prices (1 = most expensive), so this is below the U.S. average of $54 per 1,000 miles for the same car. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $179 on fuel for those 1,000 miles at Washington’s $5.38 a gallon, so home charging saves roughly $136 every 1,000 miles.
Home charging vs Supercharger vs gas in Washington
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home, standard rate | 14.63¢/kWh | $43 | $519 |
| Tesla Supercharger (non-member avg.) | $0.60/kWh | $178 | $2,134 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $5.38/gal | $179 | $2,151 |
On a Supercharger the same 1,000 miles cost $178, $135 more than at home. Still cheaper than gas, but not by much.
Cost by electric utility in Washington
| Utility | Est. rate | 1,000 miles (Tesla Model 3) | Full charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | 17.99¢ | $53 | $16.45 |
| Avista | 14.59¢ | $43 | $13.34 |
| Inland Power & Light | 11.04¢ | $33 | $10.09 |
| City of Seattle | 17.32¢ | $51 | $15.83 |
| PUD No 1 of Snohomish County | 14.15¢ | $42 | $12.94 |
Tesla Model 3 vs other EVs in Washington
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $40 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $43 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $46 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $48 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $49 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $63 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $65 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $70 |
Tesla Model 3 charging cost in states near Washington
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 in Washington?
About $13.37 from empty to full at home, using Washington’s average rate of 14.63¢ per kWh and the EPA rating of 29.6 kWh per 100 miles over a 309-mile range. Topping up from 20% to 80% costs roughly $8.02.
Is it cheaper to charge a Tesla Model 3 than to buy gas in Washington?
Yes at home: $43 vs $179 per 1,000 miles for a 30-mpg car. At a Supercharger it’s $178, still a bit below gas.
How much does a Tesla Model 3 add to an electric bill in Washington?
Driving 1,000 miles a month adds about $43 to a Washington electric bill, or $43 a month at 12,000 miles a year.
How can I charge a Tesla Model 3 cheaper in Washington?
Charge at home overnight, and ask your utility for a time-of-use or EV plan: off-peak prices are often well below the average rate used here. See our time-of-use guide.
More: EV charging cost in Washington · cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in every state · EV charging cost calculator.
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in other states
- Arizona
- California
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
- All 50 states for the Tesla Model 3
Sources: EIA Electric Power Monthly (August 2026); fueleconomy.gov (EPA, Model 3 Performance); DCFC Tracker (Superchargers); EIA gasoline prices. Method: how we calculate.
