How much does it cost to run a Chevy Bolt?
A Chevy Bolt costs about $2.06 a day, $62.81 a month and $754 a year at typical use (37 miles a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. The Bolt EV/EUV uses about 0.28 kWh per mile from the battery, about 0.31 at the wall.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (120 V) | 1,440 | $2.06 | $62.81 | $754 |
| Level 2 (Bolt 7.2 kW onboard) | 7,200 | $2.06 | $62.81 | $754 |
| Level 2 (new Bolt 11.5 kW) | 11,500 | $2.06 | $62.81 | $754 |
At 37 miles a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost to run a Chevy Bolt in every state
The same Chevy Bolt costs $516 a year in North Dakota and $1,823 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | $43.01 | $516 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | $44.16 | $530 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | $44.90 | $539 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | $45.35 | $544 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | $46.50 | $558 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | $46.64 | $560 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | $46.89 | $563 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | $47.34 | $568 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | $47.83 | $574 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | $48.32 | $580 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | $48.60 | $583 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | $48.70 | $584 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | $48.91 | $587 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | $49.30 | $592 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | $49.33 | $592 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | $49.57 | $595 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | $51.56 | $619 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | $51.56 | $619 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | $52.68 | $632 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | $52.79 | $633 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | $53.48 | $642 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | $53.73 | $645 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | $53.76 | $645 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | $54.04 | $649 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | $54.11 | $649 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | $54.60 | $655 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | $55.72 | $669 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | $56.63 | $680 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | $57.40 | $689 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | $57.53 | $690 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | $57.88 | $695 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | $59.14 | $710 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | $62.11 | $745 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | $63.71 | $765 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | $65.42 | $785 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | $65.60 | $787 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | $72.27 | $867 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | $73.42 | $881 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | $73.49 | $882 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | $83.02 | $996 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | $83.09 | $997 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | $84.49 | $1,014 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | $93.11 | $1,117 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | $93.74 | $1,125 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | $97.72 | $1,173 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | $99.11 | $1,189 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | $102 | $1,226 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | $102 | $1,228 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | $106 | $1,275 |
| California | 32.99¢ | $115 | $1,382 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | $152 | $1,823 |
How to cut the cost
- Use Target Charge Level of 80% for daily driving.
- Use the car's departure-time charging to charge off-peak.
- Use seat heaters instead of cabin heat to cut winter consumption.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
Matches the Bolt's 7.2 kW onboard charger and reduces losses.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Bolt | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $62.81 | $754 |
| Chevy Equinox EV | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $64.83 | $778 |
| Nissan Leaf | 6,600 | 37 miles a day | $64.83 | $778 |
| Electric car | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $66.86 | $802 |
| Level 2 EV charging | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $66.86 | $802 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $54.70 | $656 |
| Tesla Model Y | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $60.78 | $729 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a Chevy Bolt per hour?
A Chevy Bolt drawing 7,200 watts uses 7.20 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's $1.30 per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 89¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's $3.13.
How much does it cost to run a Chevy Bolt per month?
At typical use (37 miles a day), a Chevy Bolt costs about $62.81 a month and $754 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does a Chevy Bolt use?
Most Chevy Bolts use 1,440 to 11,500 watts, depending on the setting (level 1 (120 v) 1,440 W, level 2 (bolt 7.2 kw onboard) 7,200 W, level 2 (new bolt 11.5 kw) 11,500 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a Chevy Bolt use?
About 11.47 kWh a day and 4,189 kWh a year at typical use (37 miles a day).
Does a Chevy Bolt use a lot of electricity?
Yes. At 4,189 kWh a year it's one of the bigger loads in a home, about 40% of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh a year.
Is it cheaper to run a Chevy Bolt or a Chevy Equinox EV?
At typical use, a Chevy Bolt costs about $754 a year versus $778 for a Chevy Equinox EV. So the Chevy Bolt is cheaper by about $24 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a Chevy Bolt?
- Use Target Charge Level of 80% for daily driving.
- Use the car's departure-time charging to charge off-peak.
- Use seat heaters instead of cabin heat to cut winter consumption.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.