---
title: "Texas Electricity Rates & Cost to Charge an EV (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Texas costs about $5.33 per 100 miles and $59.96 a month at 15.91¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #22 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Texas electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **15.91¢/kWh** — Texas's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$5.33 per 100 miles** and **$59.96 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 12% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is up from 15.88¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 15.91¢ (per kWh, −12% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $5.33 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #22 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $59.96 (13,500 miles a year)

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

## Electricity price trend in Texas

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

## EV vs gas in Texas

Regular gasoline averaged **$3.784 a gallon** in the Gulf Coast region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $12.61 per 100 miles, versus $5.33 for a typical EV — $983.27 a year in favor of the EV.

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

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Texas

At 15.91¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Texas at 15.91¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $4.27 | $48.08 | $14.40 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $4.20 | $47.21 | $14.52 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $5.17 | $58.15 | $17.99 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $5.45 | $61.30 | $17.93 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $6.83 | $76.80 | $22.19 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $5.19 | $58.38 | $15.93 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $5.67 | $63.80 | $16.05 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $7.88 | $88.69 | $22.55 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $5.35 | $60.20 | $12.84 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $7.62 | $85.76 | $24.39 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $5.49 | $61.75 | $14.76 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $4.45 | $50.12 | $14.08 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $4.63 | $52.05 | $12.08 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $5.02 | $56.53 | $14.82 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $6.36 | $71.60 | $18.01 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $5.42 | $60.99 | $15.94 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $6.86 | $77.19 | $21.75 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $6.86 | $77.19 | $21.75 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $6.04 | $67.98 | $19.28 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $5.03 | $56.56 | $10.36 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $4.84 | $54.46 | $7.21 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $5.62 | $63.17 | $11.51 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $4.45 | $50.11 | $12.83 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $4.60 | $51.77 | $12.79 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $5.32 | $59.80 | $15.26 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $4.34 | $48.87 | $17.20 |

## Texas vs neighboring states

Texas and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

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

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Louisiana](https://evchargecosts.com/states/louisiana/) | 12.87 | $4.31 | $48.50 |
| [Arkansas](https://evchargecosts.com/states/arkansas/) | 14.37 | $4.81 | $54.16 |
| [Oklahoma](https://evchargecosts.com/states/oklahoma/) | 14.82 | $4.96 | $55.85 |
| [Texas](https://evchargecosts.com/states/texas/) | 15.91 | $5.33 | $59.96 |
| [New Mexico](https://evchargecosts.com/states/new-mexico/) | 16.51 | $5.53 | $62.22 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Texas

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

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 15.91 | $5.33 |
| July 2026 | 15.88 | $5.32 |
| June 2026 | 15.94 | $5.34 |
| May 2026 | 16.44 | $5.51 |
| April 2026 | 17.00 | $5.70 |
| March 2026 | 16.39 | $5.49 |
| February 2026 | 15.42 | $5.17 |
| January 2026 | 15.67 | $5.25 |
| December 2025 | 15.79 | $5.29 |
| November 2025 | 15.96 | $5.35 |
| October 2025 | 16.03 | $5.37 |
| September 2025 | 15.77 | $5.28 |
| August 2025 | 15.40 | $5.16 |

## Questions people ask

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

About $5.33 per 100 miles, $59.96 a month or $719.53 a year for 13,500 miles, at 15.91¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

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

15.91 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 12% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

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

On fuel, yes: about $719.53 a year for the EV versus $1,702.80 for a 30 mpg gas car at $3.784/gal (EIA Gulf Coast average).

### How does Texas compare with neighboring states?

Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma have lower residential electricity prices than Texas.

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