EV vs Gas in Michigan: Yearly Cost (2026)

An electric car in Michigan costs about $1,282 a year to run, including the $267 state EV fee, compared with $1,658 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $376 a year (48 of 51 for EV savings).

12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 23.05¢/kWh, gas $4.15/gal (Midwest (PADD 2) average). Change any number below.

EV per year (charging + EV fee)$1,282
Gas car fuel per year$1,658
EV saves per year$376
EV charging only$1,015
EV cost per mile$0.107
Gas cost per mile$0.138

Michigan EV registration fee

Battery-electric (BEV)$267.00 / year
Plug-in hybrid (PHEV)$113.00 / year

For vehicles up to 8,000 lb from January 1, 2026 (heavier: $367 EV, $183 PHEV). Tied to the fuel tax rate; added to the regular registration.

Source: www.ncsl.org, checked October 24, 2026.

Charging at home vs public chargers

Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $1,145 a year in Michigan. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $91 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Michigan.

Nearby states

  • Illinois: EV $991 vs gas $1,658 a year
  • Indiana: EV $1,052 vs gas $1,658 a year
  • Ohio: EV $1,098 vs gas $1,620 a year
  • Wisconsin: EV $1,061 vs gas $1,658 a year

EV vs gas in every state

Frequently asked questions

Is an EV cheaper than gas in Michigan?

Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $1,282 ($1,015 of electricity plus the $267 state EV fee) versus $1,658 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $376 a year.

How much is the EV registration fee in Michigan?

$267.00 a year for a battery-electric vehicle and $113.00 for a plug-in hybrid, on top of normal registration. For vehicles up to 8,000 lb from January 1, 2026 (heavier: $367 EV, $183 PHEV). Tied to the fuel tax rate; added to the regular registration.

What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Michigan?

About $3.20 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.