EV Charge North Dakota has some of the cheapest home electricity in the country, 13.31¢ per kWh on average. For a Tesla Model Y that’s about $37 per 1,000 miles, $0.037 a mile. A 30-mpg gas car spends roughly $144 on the same miles.
Electricity: EIA August 2026 · Gas: EIA week of October 12, 2026 · How we calculate
What North Dakota drivers pay to charge at home
| Vehicle (EPA efficiency) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (27.5 kWh/100 mi) | $37 | $439 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD (32.6 kWh/100 mi) | $43 | $521 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 (47.9 kWh/100 mi) | $64 | $765 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $144 | $1,732 |
What’s going on with electricity prices in North Dakota
North Dakota has some of the cheapest home electricity in the country: 13.31¢ per kWh in August 2026, #48 of 51. Prices rose 2.6% over the past year.
Coal and wind generate most of North Dakota’s electricity, and the state produces far more power than it uses. Cheap power makes home charging inexpensive, about $37 per 1,000 miles in a Model Y, though bitter winters cut EV efficiency for several months a year.
North Dakota vs. its neighbors
| State | Price per kWh | Per 1,000 miles (Model Y) | vs. North Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $37 | — |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $42 | +14% |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $43 | +17% |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $47 | +29% |
None of North Dakota’s three neighbors pay less per kWh. South Dakota comes closest at 15.15¢; Minnesota pays 17.20¢.
What popular EVs cost to charge in North Dakota
| EV | Per 1,000 miles | Per year (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | $37 | $439 |
| Tesla Model 3 | $39 | $473 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | $42 | $506 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | $43 | $521 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | $45 | $537 |
| Kia EV9 | $57 | $687 |
| Rivian R1S | $59 | $709 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $64 | $765 |
Home charging vs Tesla Superchargers vs gas in North Dakota
| How you fuel 1,000 miles (Tesla Model Y) | Cost |
|---|---|
| Home, North Dakota average (13.31¢/kWh) | $37 |
| Tesla Supercharger, standard rate ($0.57/kWh) | $157 |
| Tesla Supercharger, member rate (est. $0.40/kWh, $12.99/month fee) | $109 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg ($4.33/gal) | $144 |
In North Dakota, a standard-rate Supercharger session costs about 4.3 times as much per kWh as charging at home, and more than the gas a 30-mpg car burns over the same miles. Fast charging is for road trips; the savings come from charging at home.
How to pay less to charge in North Dakota
Xcel Energy, Montana-Dakota Utilities, Otter Tail Power and the rural electric cooperatives serve North Dakota homes. Several cooperatives in the region offer low off-peak rates for loads like EV charging, so ask yours before you install a charger.
Ask your utility or cooperative about off-peak rates, then compare them with the 13.31¢ average in the EV charging cost calculator.
North Dakota EV charging FAQ
How much does it cost to charge an EV in North Dakota per month?
At the North Dakota average of 13.31¢ per kWh, 1,000 miles a month costs about $37 in a Tesla Model Y, $43 in a Chevrolet Equinox EV and $64 in a Ford F-150 Lightning, charging at home.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV than to buy gas in North Dakota?
Yes, if you charge at home. A Model Y driving 12,000 miles a year costs about $439 to charge here, against about $1,732 in gas for a 30-mpg car, a difference of roughly $1,290 a year.
How much does a Tesla Supercharger cost in North Dakota?
The average standard (non-member) peak price at North Dakota Superchargers open to all EVs was $0.57 per kWh in October 2026 (DCFC Tracker). That’s about $157 per 1,000 miles in a Model Y, against $37 at home.
When is the cheapest time to charge in North Dakota?
On a standard flat-rate plan the hour doesn’t matter. On a time-of-use plan, the cheapest hours are usually overnight; our time-of-use guide explains how to check your plan. To use your exact rate, try the EV charging cost calculator.