EV vs Gas in Louisiana: Yearly Cost (2026)
An electric car in Louisiana costs about $790 a year to run, including the $110 state EV fee, compared with $1,514 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $723 a year (23 of 51 for EV savings).
12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 12.72¢/kWh, gas $3.78/gal (Gulf Coast (PADD 3) average). Change any number below.
Louisiana EV registration fee
| Battery-electric (BEV) | $110.00 / year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $60.00 / year |
Hybrids, including plug-ins, pay a $60 road usage fee.
Source: www.ncsl.org, checked October 24, 2026.
Charging at home vs public chargers
Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $595 a year in Louisiana. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $130 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Louisiana.
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Frequently asked questions
Is an EV cheaper than gas in Louisiana?
Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $790 ($680 of electricity plus the $110 state EV fee) versus $1,514 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $723 a year.
How much is the EV registration fee in Louisiana?
$110.00 a year for a battery-electric vehicle and $60.00 for a plug-in hybrid, on top of normal registration. Hybrids, including plug-ins, pay a $60 road usage fee.
What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Louisiana?
About $1.98 a gallon for a 30 mpg car, counting charging and the EV fee. Gas is currently $3.78 (Gulf Coast (PADD 3) 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.