EV vs Gas in Massachusetts: Yearly Cost (2026)
An electric car in Massachusetts costs about $1,256 a year to run (no state EV fee), compared with $1,681 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $425 a year (46 of 51 for EV savings).
12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 30.49¢/kWh, gas $4.20/gal. Change any number below.
Massachusetts EV registration fee
| Battery-electric (BEV) | None |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | None |
No EV registration surcharge.
Source: taxfoundation.org, checked October 24, 2026.
Charging at home vs public chargers
Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $1,162 a year in Massachusetts. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $63 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Massachusetts.
Nearby states
- Connecticut: EV $1,051 vs gas $1,700 a year
- Maine: EV $1,318 vs gas $1,700 a year
- New Hampshire: EV $1,230 vs gas $1,700 a year
- Rhode Island: EV $1,384 vs gas $1,700 a year
- Vermont: EV $1,126 vs gas $1,700 a year
Frequently asked questions
Is an EV cheaper than gas in Massachusetts?
Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $1,256 ($1,256 of electricity) versus $1,681 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $425 a year.
How much is the EV registration fee in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has no extra EV registration fee in 2026. No EV registration surcharge.
What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Massachusetts?
About $3.14 a gallon for a 30 mpg car, counting charging and the EV fee. Gas is currently $4.20.
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.