EV vs Gas in Kansas: Yearly Cost (2026)
An electric car in Kansas costs about $928 a year to run, including the $165 state EV fee, compared with $1,658 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $730 a year (21 of 51 for EV savings).
12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 15.27¢/kWh, gas $4.15/gal (Midwest (PADD 2) average). Change any number below.
Kansas EV registration fee
| Battery-electric (BEV) | $165.00 / year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $100.00 / year |
Raised January 1, 2026 (was $100/$50). Regular hybrids pay $70.
Source: www.kslegislature.gov, checked October 24, 2026.
Charging at home vs public chargers
Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $747 a year in Kansas. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $121 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Kansas.
Nearby states
- Iowa: EV $916 vs gas $1,658 a year
- Minnesota: EV $983 vs gas $1,672 a year
- Missouri: EV $939 vs gas $1,658 a year
- Nebraska: EV $865 vs gas $1,658 a year
- North Dakota: EV $823 vs gas $1,658 a year
- South Dakota: EV $866 vs gas $1,658 a year
Frequently asked questions
Is an EV cheaper than gas in Kansas?
Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $928 ($763 of electricity plus the $165 state EV fee) versus $1,658 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $730 a year.
How much is the EV registration fee in Kansas?
$165.00 a year for a battery-electric vehicle and $100.00 for a plug-in hybrid, on top of normal registration. Raised January 1, 2026 (was $100/$50). Regular hybrids pay $70.
What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Kansas?
About $2.32 a gallon for a 30 mpg car, counting charging and the EV fee. Gas is currently $4.15 (Midwest (PADD 2) 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.