How Much Does a 1,500-watt Level 1 EV charger Cost to Run in Michigan?
A 1,500-watt Level 1 EV charger uses 1.5 kWh per hour and costs $0.293 per hour at $0.195/kWh in Michigan. Used 4 hours a day, that is $1.17 per day, $35.10 per month and $427.05 per year.
Calculate your own cost
- Per hour
- $0.2931.5 kWh
- Per day
- $1.176 kWh
- Per week
- $8.1942 kWh
- Per month (30 days)
- $35.10180 kWh
- Per year
- $427.052,190 kWh
Formula: watts ÷ 1,000 × hours × rate. Edit any box and every number updates instantly.
People also ask
How much does a 1,500-watt Level 1 EV charger cost per hour?
At $0.195/kWh, it costs $0.293 per hour. The maths: 1,500 W ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 kWh per hour, × $0.195 = $0.293.
How much does it cost per month?
Used 4 hours a day for 30 days, it costs about $35.10 per month and uses 180 kWh. Change the hours in the calculator above to match how you use it.
How many kWh does it use?
6 kWh per day, 180 kWh per month and 2,190 kWh per year at 4 hours a day. A kWh is one kilowatt (1,000 W) used for one hour. It is the unit on your electricity bill.
How can I lower the cost?
Schedule charging during a lower electricity-rate period if your plan offers one. Check your bill for the exact rate and enter it above.
Does my electricity rate change the answer?
Yes, a lot. At 10¢ per kWh the monthly cost is $18.00 and at 30¢ it is $54.00. Find your rate on your bill (total cost ÷ kWh used) and type it into the calculator.
Cost by hours of use in Michigan
| Used per day | Energy per day | Cost per day | Cost per month | Cost per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 1.5 kWh | $0.293 | $8.78 | $106.76 |
| 2 hours | 3 kWh | $0.585 | $17.55 | $213.53 |
| 3 hours | 4.5 kWh | $0.878 | $26.33 | $320.29 |
| 4 hours | 6 kWh | $1.17 | $35.10 | $427.05 |
| 5 hours | 7.5 kWh | $1.46 | $43.88 | $533.81 |
| 6 hours | 9 kWh | $1.76 | $52.65 | $640.58 |
| 7 hours | 10.5 kWh | $2.05 | $61.43 | $747.34 |
| 8 hours | 12 kWh | $2.34 | $70.20 | $854.10 |
| 9 hours | 13.5 kWh | $2.63 | $78.98 | $960.86 |
| 10 hours | 15 kWh | $2.93 | $87.75 | $1,067.63 |
| 11 hours | 16.5 kWh | $3.22 | $96.53 | $1,174.39 |
| 12 hours | 18 kWh | $3.51 | $105.30 | $1,281.15 |
| 13 hours | 19.5 kWh | $3.80 | $114.08 | $1,387.91 |
| 14 hours | 21 kWh | $4.10 | $122.85 | $1,494.68 |
| 15 hours | 22.5 kWh | $4.39 | $131.63 | $1,601.44 |
| 16 hours | 24 kWh | $4.68 | $140.40 | $1,708.20 |
| 17 hours | 25.5 kWh | $4.97 | $149.18 | $1,814.96 |
| 18 hours | 27 kWh | $5.27 | $157.95 | $1,921.73 |
| 19 hours | 28.5 kWh | $5.56 | $166.73 | $2,028.49 |
| 20 hours | 30 kWh | $5.85 | $175.50 | $2,135.25 |
| 21 hours | 31.5 kWh | $6.14 | $184.28 | $2,242.01 |
| 22 hours | 33 kWh | $6.44 | $193.05 | $2,348.78 |
| 23 hours | 34.5 kWh | $6.73 | $201.83 | $2,455.54 |
| 24 hours | 36 kWh | $7.02 | $210.60 | $2,562.30 |
How we worked it out
- Energy per hour: 1,500 W ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 kWh
- Cost per hour: 1.5 kWh × $0.195 = $0.293
- Cost per day: × 4 hours = $1.17
- Month and year: × 30 days = $35.10, × 365 days = $427.05
Michigan electricity prices
Michigan pays about $0.195 per kWh, which is 11% higher than the US average of $0.175. The same Level 1 EV charger would cost $31.50 a month at the national average.
What it costs in different places
Same 1,500-watt Level 1 EV charger, 4 hours a day. Only the local electricity rate changes.
| Place | Rate per kWh | Cost per month |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $0.175 | $31.50 |
| California | $0.32 | $57.60 |
| Texas | $0.155 | $27.90 |
| New York | $0.25 | $45.00 |
| Florida | $0.155 | $27.90 |
| Illinois | $0.17 | $30.60 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.18 | $32.40 |
| Ohio | $0.17 | $30.60 |
| Washington | $0.115 | $20.70 |
About Level 1 EV charger running costs
A Level 1 EV charger draws modest power for many hours. Charging energy depends on the vehicle, charging losses and how much battery energy is needed.
Typical sizes: 1,200 W, 1,400 W, 1,500 W, 1,800 W.
How to spend less: Schedule charging during a lower electricity-rate period if your plan offers one.
What this estimate assumes
- The appliance draws its full stated wattage the whole time it is on. Real units with a thermostat cycle off and cost less.
- Wattage is the typical label value, not a measured value. Check the label on your own appliance.
- The rate is an approximate residential average in Michigan. Your bill may include fixed fees, tiers or time-of-use pricing. Edit the rate above.
- A month is 30 days and a year is 365 days.