EV vs Gas in Texas: Yearly Cost (2026)
An electric car in Texas costs about $983 a year to run, including the $200 state EV fee, compared with $1,482 of gas for a 30 mpg car – the EV saves about $499 a year (43 of 51 for EV savings).
12,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, 85% home charging at 15.88¢/kWh, gas $3.70/gal. Change any number below.
Texas EV registration fee
| Battery-electric (BEV) | $200.00 / year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | None |
$200 at each yearly renewal; $400 at a new EV’s first registration (covers two years). Vehicles up to 10,000 lb.
Source: www.ncsl.org, checked October 24, 2026.
Charging at home vs public chargers
Charging only at home, the EV would cost about $805 a year in Texas. Every 10% of miles moved to public fast chargers (about $0.48/kWh) adds roughly $118 a year. See the cost per charge for popular models in EV charging cost in Texas.
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Frequently asked questions
Is an EV cheaper than gas in Texas?
Yes. Driving 12,000 miles a year, an EV costs about $983 ($783 of electricity plus the $200 state EV fee) versus $1,482 of gas for a 30 mpg car – a difference of $499 a year.
How much is the EV registration fee in Texas?
$200.00 a year for a battery-electric vehicle; plug-in hybrids do not pay it, on top of normal registration. $200 at each yearly renewal; $400 at a new EV’s first registration (covers two years). Vehicles up to 10,000 lb.
What gas price makes an EV and a gas car cost the same in Texas?
About $2.46 a gallon for a 30 mpg car, counting charging and the EV fee. Gas is currently $3.70.
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.