EV vs Gas in Delaware: Yearly Cost (2026)
An electric car in Delaware costs about $977 a year to run, including the $110 state EV fee, compared with $1,725 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $748 a year (18 of 51 for EV savings).
12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 18.48¢/kWh, gas $4.31/gal (Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) average). Change any number below.
Delaware EV registration fee
| Battery-electric (BEV) | $110.00 / year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $85.00 / year |
New for 2026 (vehicles up to 6,000 lb). Heavier EVs pay more; regular hybrids pay $60.
Source: afdc.energy.gov, checked October 24, 2026.
Charging at home vs public chargers
Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $814 a year in Delaware. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $108 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Delaware.
Nearby states
- District of Columbia: EV $1,085 vs gas $1,725 a year
- Florida: EV $755 vs gas $1,592 a year
- Georgia: EV $1,034 vs gas $1,544 a year
- Maryland: EV $1,087 vs gas $1,725 a year
- North Carolina: EV $974 vs gas $1,544 a year
- South Carolina: EV $829 vs gas $1,544 a year
- Virginia: EV $972 vs gas $1,544 a year
- West Virginia: EV $979 vs gas $1,544 a year
Frequently asked questions
Is an EV cheaper than gas in Delaware?
Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $977 ($867 of electricity plus the $110 state EV fee) versus $1,725 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $748 a year.
How much is the EV registration fee in Delaware?
$110.00 a year for a battery-electric vehicle and $85.00 for a plug-in hybrid, on top of normal registration. New for 2026 (vehicles up to 6,000 lb). Heavier EVs pay more; regular hybrids pay $60.
What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Delaware?
About $2.44 a gallon for a 30 mpg car, counting charging and the EV fee. Gas is currently $4.31 (Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) average).
Electricity: EIA Electric Power Monthly (July 2026). Gasoline: EIA weekly retail prices, week of 2026-10-19. Estimates only; excludes purchase price, insurance and maintenance.