How much does it cost to run an electric scooter?
An electric scooter costs about 2.9¢ a day, $0.88 a month and $11 a year at typical use (8 miles a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Kick scooters use about 15-20 Wh per mile, 0.02 kWh at the wall, so charging costs pennies a week.
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Cost to run an electric scooter in every state
The same electric scooter costs $7 a year in North Dakota and $25 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | $0.60 | $7 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | $0.63 | $8 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | $0.63 | $8 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | $0.66 | $8 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | $0.67 | $8 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | $0.67 | $8 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | $0.68 | $8 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | $0.68 | $8 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | $0.68 | $8 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | $0.69 | $8 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | $0.69 | $8 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | $0.69 | $8 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | $0.74 | $9 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | $0.76 | $9 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | $0.78 | $9 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | $0.79 | $9 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | $0.80 | $10 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | $0.80 | $10 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | $0.81 | $10 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | $0.82 | $10 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | $0.87 | $10 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | $0.89 | $11 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | $0.91 | $11 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | $0.92 | $11 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | $1.01 | $12 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | $1.02 | $12 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | $1.03 | $12 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | $1.16 | $14 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | $1.16 | $14 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | $1.18 | $14 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | $1.30 | $16 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | $1.31 | $16 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | $1.36 | $16 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | $1.38 | $17 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | $1.43 | $17 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | $1.43 | $17 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | $1.48 | $18 |
| California | 32.99¢ | $1.61 | $19 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | $2.12 | $25 |
How to cut the cost
- Charge after rides rather than leaving it on the charger for days.
- Keep tires inflated to 45-50 psi for pneumatic tires.
- Store indoors in winter at partial charge.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric scooter | 70 | 8 miles a day | $0.88 | $11 |
| E-bike | 100 | 10 miles a day | $1.37 | $16 |
| Electric motorcycle | 1,300 | 20 miles a day | $10.95 | $131 |
| Kids ride-on car (Power Wheels) | 25 | 2 hours a day, 3 days a week | $0.12 | $1 |
| Golf cart | 900 | 10 miles a day | $8.21 | $99 |
| Level 1 EV charging | 1,440 | 37 miles a day | $68.88 | $827 |
| Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) | 3,300 | 30 miles a day | $46.00 | $552 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run an electric scooter per hour?
An electric scooter drawing 70 watts uses 0.07 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 1.3¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 0.9¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 3.0¢.
How much does it cost to run an electric scooter per month?
At typical use (8 miles a day), an electric scooter costs about $0.88 a month and $11 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does an electric scooter use?
Most electric scooters use 40 to 200 watts. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does an electric scooter use?
About 0.16 kWh a day and 58 kWh a year at typical use (8 miles a day).
Does an electric scooter use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 58 kWh a year it's a small share (0.6%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run an electric scooter or an e-bike?
At typical use, an electric scooter costs about $11 a year versus $16 for an e-bike. So the electric scooter is cheaper by about $6 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running an electric scooter?
- Charge after rides rather than leaving it on the charger for days.
- Keep tires inflated to 45-50 psi for pneumatic tires.
- Store indoors in winter at partial charge.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.