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States / Washington
EV Charging Costs in Washington
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Washington is one of the more favorable states for EV charging economics because average residential electricity pricing is relatively low while adoption remains strong. The key planning detail is service territory: municipal utilities, public utility districts, and investor-owned utilities can have meaningfully different tariffs and program structures for home charging.
Average Rate
$0.14/kWh
Rank #16 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
5
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
2,735
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Washington
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.14/kWh
$0.04/kWh below US average
up 1.3%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Seattle City Light | $0.15/kWh |
| Puget Sound Energy | $0.17/kWh |
| Tacoma Power | $0.14/kWh |
Utility Context for Washington EV Drivers
Washington EV costs are shaped more by local utility structure than by a single statewide tariff. Most households get better results by checking utility-specific EV pages, comparing off-peak options, and modeling total bill impact before selecting equipment or charging habits.
- Washington is a mixed-utility market with investor-owned and consumer-owned providers, so EV rate opportunities and qualification rules vary by service area.
- Seattle City Light, Puget Sound Energy, and Tacoma Power each publish EV-specific guidance, which is often the fastest path to practical home-charging setup decisions.
- For cross-state comparisons, Washington usually benefits from lower residential electricity benchmarks than many coastal EV markets, but local utility charges still determine household-level outcomes.
- State policy and incentive conditions can change, so drivers should validate current Washington laws and utility program eligibility before making purchase or installation commitments.
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Washington for EV Ownership
High EV Adoption
6.3% of modeled vehicle activity is electric.
EV Charging Costs by City in Washington
View more Washington cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | View city page -> |
| Spokane | $0.14/kWh | $36.84/month | View city page -> |
| Tacoma | $0.14/kWh | $36.84/month | View city page -> |
| Bellevue | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Vancouver | $0.14/kWh | $36.84/month | View city page -> |
EV Charging Stations in Washington
Level 2 Ports
5,724
DC Fast Ports
1,964
Stations per 100k Residents
35.0
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Washington and update per state page.
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How Washington Compares to Nearby States
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Washington?
Using Washington's average residential rate ($0.14/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $36.84 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Washington?
Vancouver is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.13/kWh, while Seattle reaches about $0.15/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Washington?
Washington shows about 2,735 public charging locations, 1,964 DC fast ports, and roughly 35.0 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Washington cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Idaho is currently lower at $0.12/kWh, while Washington is $0.14/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Washington?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Non-Networked, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.