Home EV Charging in Bend: What to Know
In Bend, electricity runs about $0.123/kWh and gas about $3.95/gallon. For a typical driver covering 12,000 miles a year, that means charging an EV at home costs roughly $422 a year versus $1,693 in gasoline — a saving of about $1,271 annually.
A Level 2 charger installs for around $1,600 (about $1,100 after the local utility rebate of up to $500), paying for itself in roughly 0.9 years of fuel savings — around $22,542 over 15 years. Home charging also beats public charging by about $950/year. Note: the federal 30C charger tax credit expired June 30, 2026, so Oregon utility programs are now the main incentive. The local utility is Pacific Power.
Cost & Savings Breakdown
12,000 miles per year in Bend
15-Year Fuel Savings Projection
Available Rebates
Common Questions
How much does a home EV charger cost in Bend?
A Level 2 home EV charger in Bend, Oregon costs about $1,600 installed, or about $1,100 after the available utility rebate of up to $500. The federal 30C charger credit expired June 30, 2026.
How much does charging at home save in Bend?
Driving 12,000 miles a year, a Bend driver spends about $422 charging at home versus $1,693 on gasoline — a saving of roughly $1,271 per year, so a home charger pays for itself in about 0.9 years.
Is home charging cheaper than public charging in Bend?
Yes. At Bend's local electricity rate of $0.123/kWh, home charging is far cheaper than public Level 2 or DC fast charging (typically $0.30–$0.48/kWh) — saving about $950 a year versus charging in public.
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