How much do I save on EV fuel costs moving from Wisconsin to Minnesota?

Switching from Wisconsin to Minnesota saves about $88/year on EV home charging at 12,000 miles/year. Over 5 years that's roughly $440 — before accounting for any public charging.

How do Minnesota and Wisconsin electricity rates compare to the national average?

The national average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh ($508/year for 12,000 EV miles). Minnesota at 14.3¢/kWh is 1.8¢ below the national average. Wisconsin at 17.1¢/kWh is 1.0¢ above.

How much does an EV save vs gas in Minnesota vs Wisconsin?

At current gas prices, a 28-MPG gas car costs $1350/year to fuel in Minnesota — an EV saves roughly $898/year there. In Wisconsin, the gas cost runs $1363/year, making the EV savings about $823/year. Both states favor EVs on fuel cost; the margin just differs.

EV Charging Cost: Minnesota vs Wisconsin (2026)

Q: Is EV charging cheaper in Minnesota or Wisconsin?

Minnesota has lower home electricity rates for EV charging — Minnesota averages 14.3¢/kWh vs. 17.1¢/kWh in Wisconsin. At 12,000 miles/year (3.8 mi/kWh), that's $452/year in Minnesota vs. $540/year in Wisconsin — a $88/year difference.

Minnesota electricity runs 14.3¢/kWh vs 17.1¢/kWh in Wisconsin. At 12,000 miles/year, that's $88/year less to charge at home.

Minnesota

14.3¢

per kWh

$452/year

-1.8¢ vs national avg

Wisconsin

17.1¢

per kWh

$540/year

+1.0¢ vs national avg

Minnesota vs Wisconsin — EV Charging Breakdown

Home charging at 12,000 miles/year (3.8 mi/kWh efficiency). Green = lower cost.

Metric	Minnesota	Wisconsin	National Avg
Electricity rate	14.3¢/kWh ✓	17.1¢/kWh	16.1¢/kWh
Cost per mile (EV)	3.8¢/mi ✓	4.5¢/mi	4.2¢/mi
Annual home charging	$452/yr ✓	$540/yr	$508/yr
Gas savings vs EV	$898/yr ✓	$823/yr	—

EIA 2025 residential rates. 12,000 mi/year at 3.8 mi/kWh. Gas savings vs. 28 MPG car at state avg pump price. Home charging only — public L2 runs ~2–3× more, DCFC ~3–4×.

Annual Cost Impact

At 12,000 miles/year, home EV charging costs $452/year in Minnesota vs $540/year in Wisconsin. Minnesota comes out $88/year ahead.

Monthly savings

Annual savings

$88

5-year savings

$440

Rate difference

2.8¢

Savings = Wisconsin minus Minnesota home charging cost at 12,000 miles/year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EV charging cheaper in Minnesota or Wisconsin?

Minnesota at 14.3¢/kWh vs. 17.1¢/kWh in Wisconsin. At 12,000 miles/year, that gap is $88/year — real money over a 5-year lease or ownership period.

How much does an EV cost to charge annually in each state?

At home (100% home charging): Minnesota runs $452/year, Wisconsin runs $540/year. Switching from public L2 charging adds roughly 2.5× on top of the home rate.

How much does an EV save on fuel vs. a gas car in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, a 28-MPG gas car costs about $1350/year in fuel. An EV at 14.3¢/kWh costs $452/year — roughly $898/year less.

Do electricity rates vary within a state?

Yes. Statewide averages hide real spread between utilities. California's PG&E customers pay well above the state average, while LADWP customers pay less. If you're buying an EV, check your specific utility's EV rate — many offer off-peak discounts that cut the effective rate by 30–50%.

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