How much does it cost to run a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid)?
A Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) costs about $1.51 a day, $46.00 a month and $552 a year at typical use (30 miles a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. The Prius Prime gets about 40 electric miles at roughly 0.25 kWh per mile from the battery; default assumes 30 electric miles a day.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (120 V) | 1,440 | $1.51 | $46.00 | $552 |
| Level 2 (3.5 kW onboard) | 3,300 | $1.51 | $46.00 | $552 |
At 30 miles a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost to run a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) in every state
The same Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) costs $378 a year in North Dakota and $1,335 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | $31.50 | $378 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | $32.34 | $388 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | $32.88 | $395 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | $33.21 | $399 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | $34.06 | $409 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | $34.16 | $410 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | $34.34 | $412 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | $34.67 | $416 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | $35.03 | $420 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | $35.39 | $425 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | $35.59 | $427 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | $35.67 | $428 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | $35.82 | $430 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | $36.10 | $433 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | $36.13 | $434 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | $36.31 | $436 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | $37.76 | $453 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | $37.76 | $453 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | $38.58 | $463 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | $38.66 | $464 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | $39.17 | $470 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | $39.35 | $472 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | $39.37 | $472 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | $39.58 | $475 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | $39.63 | $476 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | $39.99 | $480 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | $40.81 | $490 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | $41.47 | $498 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | $42.03 | $504 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | $42.14 | $506 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | $42.39 | $509 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | $43.31 | $520 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | $45.48 | $546 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | $46.66 | $560 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | $47.91 | $575 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | $48.04 | $576 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | $52.92 | $635 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | $53.77 | $645 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | $53.82 | $646 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | $60.80 | $730 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | $60.85 | $730 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | $61.87 | $742 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | $68.19 | $818 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | $68.65 | $824 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | $71.56 | $859 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | $72.59 | $871 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | $74.84 | $898 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | $74.94 | $899 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | $77.80 | $934 |
| California | 32.99¢ | $84.35 | $1,012 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | $111 | $1,335 |
How to cut the cost
- Plug in every night so most commuting runs on electricity.
- Use EV mode in the city and HV mode on the highway.
- Precondition the cabin while plugged in.
- Level 1 is usually enough to fully charge overnight.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) | 3,300 | 30 miles a day | $46.00 | $552 |
| Electric car | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $66.86 | $802 |
| Level 1 EV charging | 1,440 | 37 miles a day | $68.88 | $827 |
| Nissan Leaf | 6,600 | 37 miles a day | $64.83 | $778 |
| 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 Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) per hour?
A Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) drawing 3,300 watts uses 3.30 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 59¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 41¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's $1.44.
How much does it cost to run a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) per month?
At typical use (30 miles a day), a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) costs about $46.00 a month and $552 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 Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) use?
Most Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid)s use 1,440 to 3,500 watts, depending on the setting (level 1 (120 v) 1,440 W, level 2 (3.5 kw onboard) 3,300 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) use?
About 8.40 kWh a day and 3,068 kWh a year at typical use (30 miles a day).
Does a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) use a lot of electricity?
Yes. At 3,068 kWh a year it's one of the bigger loads in a home, about 29% of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh a year.
Is it cheaper to run a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) or an electric car?
At typical use, a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) costs about $552 a year versus $802 for an electric car. So the Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) is cheaper by about $250 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid)?
- Plug in every night so most commuting runs on electricity.
- Use EV mode in the city and HV mode on the highway.
- Precondition the cabin while plugged in.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.