---
title: "Michigan Electricity Rates & Cost to Charge an EV (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Michigan costs about $7.70 per 100 miles and $86.64 a month at 22.99¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #39 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Michigan electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **22.99¢/kWh** — Michigan's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$7.70 per 100 miles** and **$86.64 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 27% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is down from 23.05¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 22.99¢ (per kWh, +27% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $7.70 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #39 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $86.64 (13,500 miles a year)

More models are in the [full calculator](https://evchargecosts.com/).

## Electricity price trend in Michigan

Average residential price, cents per kWh, last 13 months (EIA).

## EV vs gas in Michigan

Regular gasoline averaged **$4.145 a gallon** in the Midwest region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $13.82 per 100 miles, versus $7.70 for a typical EV — $825.53 a year in favor of the EV.

[Compare EV and gas costs in Michigan](https://evchargecosts.com/ev-vs-gas/?state=MI)

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Michigan

At 22.99¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Michigan at 22.99¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $6.18 | $69.48 | $20.81 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $6.06 | $68.22 | $20.98 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $7.47 | $84.02 | $25.99 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $7.87 | $88.57 | $25.90 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $9.86 | $110.97 | $32.06 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $7.50 | $84.36 | $23.02 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $8.19 | $92.19 | $23.19 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $11.39 | $128.16 | $32.58 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $7.73 | $86.99 | $18.56 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $11.02 | $123.92 | $35.25 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $7.93 | $89.22 | $21.33 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $6.44 | $72.42 | $20.34 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $6.69 | $75.22 | $17.45 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $7.26 | $81.68 | $21.42 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $9.20 | $103.46 | $26.02 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $7.83 | $88.12 | $23.03 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $9.91 | $111.53 | $31.43 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $9.91 | $111.53 | $31.43 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $8.73 | $98.23 | $27.85 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $7.26 | $81.72 | $14.96 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $7.00 | $78.69 | $10.42 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $8.11 | $91.28 | $16.63 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $6.44 | $72.41 | $18.54 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $6.65 | $74.80 | $18.48 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $7.68 | $86.41 | $22.04 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $6.28 | $70.62 | $24.86 |

## Michigan vs neighboring states

Michigan and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

**Electricity price and EV charging cost: Michigan and neighbors, August 2026**

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Indiana](https://evchargecosts.com/states/indiana/) | 17.02 | $5.70 | $64.14 |
| [Ohio](https://evchargecosts.com/states/ohio/) | 19.38 | $6.49 | $73.04 |
| [Wisconsin](https://evchargecosts.com/states/wisconsin/) | 19.41 | $6.50 | $73.15 |
| [Michigan](https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/) | 22.99 | $7.70 | $86.64 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Michigan

**Average residential electricity price in Michigan by month (EIA)**

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 22.99 | $7.70 |
| July 2026 | 23.05 | $7.72 |
| June 2026 | 22.99 | $7.70 |
| May 2026 | 22.01 | $7.37 |
| April 2026 | 21.39 | $7.17 |
| March 2026 | 21.19 | $7.10 |
| February 2026 | 19.99 | $6.70 |
| January 2026 | 19.52 | $6.54 |
| December 2025 | 19.54 | $6.55 |
| November 2025 | 19.95 | $6.68 |
| October 2025 | 20.47 | $6.86 |
| September 2025 | 21.22 | $7.11 |
| August 2025 | 20.73 | $6.94 |

## Questions people ask

### How much does it cost to charge an EV in Michigan?

About $7.70 per 100 miles, $86.64 a month or $1,039.72 a year for 13,500 miles, at 22.99¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

### What is the average electricity price in Michigan?

22.99 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 27% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

### Is it cheaper to drive an EV than a gas car in Michigan?

On fuel, yes: about $1,039.72 a year for the EV versus $1,865.25 for a 30 mpg gas car at $4.145/gal (EIA Midwest average).

### How does Michigan compare with neighboring states?

Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin have lower residential electricity prices than Michigan.

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Source page: https://evchargecosts.com/states/michigan/
Data: EIA (electricity August 2026, gasoline 2026-10-19), EPA fueleconomy.gov. License: CC BY 4.0.