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EV Charging · Published 2026-08-18

Idaho vs Washington: Where Home EV Charging Wins Bigger

EV Charging in Idaho ($1,500) vs Washington ($1,700) — a 12% gap between neighbors, from July 2026 data.

Idaho and Washington share a border, but for a Level 2 home charger installation the numbers diverge: Idaho averages $1,500 (rank #8 of 50) and Washington averages $1,700 (rank #44) — a 12% gap.

IdahoWashington
Level 2 charger, installed$1,500$1,700
Electricity rate10.2¢/kWh10.2¢/kWh
Gas price$3.55/gal$4.35/gal
Typical charger rebate$0$250

Idaho in context

Idaho is one of the cheapest states in the country for a Level 2 home charger installation, ranking #8 of 50 at $1,500 — about 5% below the national average.

Washington in context

Washington is one of the most expensive states for a Level 2 home charger installation, ranking #44 of 50 at $1,700 — about 8% above the national average.

Full local breakdowns: Idaho · Washington.

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