Chevrolet Bolt EV
$51/month avg
Range: 259 miles
Efficiency: 3.6 mi/kWh
Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 279 kWh
Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,343 kWh
Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.67
EPA range per full charge: 303 miles
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Nissan Leaf
SV Plus configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.
Battery
62 kWh
Range
303 mi
Efficiency
3.6 mi/kWh
MSRP
$36,440
Nissan Leaf remains one of the most researched entry EV models in the U.S. because buyers are often focused on one question: affordable charging cost for daily driving. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $50.14. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), that same monthly distance is about $125.35.
Ideal For
- Budget-focused drivers optimizing for low monthly charging spend.
- City and suburban commuters who want practical day-to-day EV operating cost.
- First-time EV buyers comparing total energy cost against compact gas vehicles.
- Households evaluating how occasional public charging changes annual budget planning.
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Cost to Charge Nissan Leaf at Home
Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.
Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
27.9 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.01
Cost per full charge
$11.16
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$50.14
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$601.67
Home Charging Breakdown
Cost to Charge Nissan Leaf at Public Charging Stations
100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.
Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
27.9 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$12.53
Cost per full charge
$27.90
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$125.35
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,504.18
Public Charging Breakdown
Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.18
Extra monthly cost vs home: $75.21 higher
Extra annual cost vs home: $902.51 higher
Compared to gas baseline: spend $71.86/year more
Seasonal Charging Cost: Nissan Leaf
Mainstream pack profile (60-100 kWh). This band reflects most U.S. EVs. Seasonal cost variance is usually moderate, with trip pattern and charging timing as the largest levers.
Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.
Winter factor range
+12% to +30%
Factor band: 1.12x-1.30x baseline.
Summer factor range
+5% to +12%
Factor band: 1.05x-1.12x baseline.
Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $56.16-$65.18
Summer: $52.65-$56.16
Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $140.39-$162.95
Summer: $131.62-$140.39
Precondition when plugged in and calibrate with one full winter and summer billing cycle.
Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.
Charging Costs by State
Top 5 cheapest states for Nissan Leaf: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $0.11/kWh | $30.64 | $367.69 | #1 |
| Arkansas | $0.12/kWh | $33.43 | $401.11 | #2 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | $33.43 | $401.11 | #3 |
| Missouri | $0.12/kWh | $33.43 | $401.11 | #4 |
| Nebraska | $0.12/kWh | $33.43 | $401.11 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | $0.12/kWh | $33.43 | $401.11 | #6 |
| Iowa | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #7 |
| Kentucky | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #8 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #9 |
| Montana | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #10 |
| Nevada | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #11 |
| North Carolina | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #12 |
| South Dakota | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #13 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #14 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #15 |
| Washington | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #16 |
| Wyoming | $0.13/kWh | $36.21 | $434.54 | #17 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | $39.00 | $467.97 | #18 |
| Kansas | $0.14/kWh | $39.00 | $467.97 | #19 |
| Mississippi | $0.14/kWh | $39.00 | $467.97 | #20 |
| Arizona | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #21 |
| Florida | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #22 |
| Minnesota | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #23 |
| New Mexico | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #24 |
| Oregon | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #25 |
| South Carolina | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #26 |
| Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #27 |
| West Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $41.78 | $501.39 | #28 |
| Alabama | $0.16/kWh | $44.57 | $534.82 | #29 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | $44.57 | $534.82 | #30 |
| Indiana | $0.16/kWh | $44.57 | $534.82 | #31 |
| Texas | $0.16/kWh | $44.57 | $534.82 | #32 |
| Delaware | $0.17/kWh | $47.35 | $568.25 | #33 |
| Illinois | $0.17/kWh | $47.35 | $568.25 | #34 |
| Ohio | $0.17/kWh | $47.35 | $568.25 | #35 |
| Wisconsin | $0.18/kWh | $50.14 | $601.67 | #36 |
| Maryland | $0.20/kWh | $55.71 | $668.52 | #37 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | $55.71 | $668.52 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | $55.71 | $668.52 | #39 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | $64.07 | $768.80 | #40 |
| Vermont | $0.23/kWh | $64.07 | $768.80 | #41 |
| Connecticut | $0.25/kWh | $69.64 | $835.65 | #42 |
| Alaska | $0.26/kWh | $72.42 | $869.08 | #43 |
| New Hampshire | $0.26/kWh | $72.42 | $869.08 | #44 |
| New York | $0.27/kWh | $75.21 | $902.51 | #45 |
| Maine | $0.30/kWh | $83.57 | $1,002.79 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | $86.35 | $1,036.21 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | $86.35 | $1,036.21 | #48 |
| California | $0.35/kWh | $97.49 | $1,169.92 | #49 |
| Hawaii | $0.42/kWh | $116.99 | $1,403.90 | #50 |
How Long Does It Take to Charge?
Level 1 (120V outlet)
Speed: 3-5 miles/hour
Time to full: 39-52 hours
Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage
Level 2 (240V home)
Speed: 20-27 miles/hour
Time to full: 6-9 hours
Best for: Daily home charging
DC Fast Charging
Speed: up to 150 kW (97 miles in 15 min)
Time to 80%: about 28 minutes
Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups
Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo
Full Specifications
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim | SV Plus |
| Battery Size | 62 kWh |
| Range | 303 miles |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Charging Speed | L1: 3-5 miles/hour; L2: 20-27 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 150 kW (97 miles in 15 min) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Category | hatchback |
| MSRP | $36,440 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charge a Nissan Leaf per month?
At $0.18/kWh home charging, Leaf is about $50.14 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $125.35 for the same monthly distance.
What is Nissan Leaf charging cost per 100 miles?
Using current benchmark assumptions, Leaf runs near $5.01 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $12.53 per 100 miles on full public charging.
How much more does public charging cost for Nissan Leaf?
Compared with home-first charging behavior, full public charging is about $75.21 higher per month and about $902.51 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.
How long does Nissan Leaf take to charge at home and DC fast stations?
Typical planning windows are around 39-52 hours on Level 1, 6-9 hours on Level 2, and about 28 minutes to 80% on DC fast charging under normal station and battery conditions.
Can Nissan Leaf still save money versus gas each year?
Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, Leaf saves about $830.65 per year at home-rate assumptions.
Who is Nissan Leaf best suited for from a charging-cost perspective?
Leaf is strongest for drivers prioritizing lower-cost daily transportation and consistent home charging. With a 303-mile EPA range profile, it typically performs best in commuter and metro driving patterns.
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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.