How much does it cost to charge a Ford F-150 Lightning at home in North Carolina?
$20.14 for a full charge
- Per 100 miles
- $7.08
- A month at 1,000 miles
- $70.75
- Per mile
- 7.1¢
- Gas at 30 mpg, same miles
- $149.33
2026 Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range, EPA 48.0 kWh per 100 miles, at North Carolina’s average rate of 14.7¢ per kWh (EIA, June 2026). Filling the 123.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 137 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. How we calculate this
Electricity versus gasoline
| Ford F-150 Lightning | Gas car | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 miles | $7.08 | $14.93 | $7.86 |
| A month (1,000 mi) | $70.75 | $149.33 | $78.58 |
| A year (12,000 mi) | $849.02 | $1,792.00 | $942.98 |
Home charging beats gas for this car as long as electricity costs less than 31.1¢ per kWh. Negative differences mean the gas car is cheaper. The 30 mpg comparison car is our assumption; see the methodology.
What it costs at other monthly mileages
| Miles a month | Energy | Electricity | Gas (30 mpg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 240 kWh | $35.38 | $74.67 |
| 750 | 360 kWh | $53.06 | $112.00 |
| 1,000 | 480 kWh | $70.75 | $149.33 |
| 1,500 | 720 kWh | $106.13 | $224.00 |
| 2,000 | 960 kWh | $141.50 | $298.67 |
Charging in North Carolina compared with other states
North Carolina’s residential rate is the 11th cheapest of 51 states and DC, 3.6¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−20%).
Ways to spend less
- Ask your utility about a time-of-use or EV rate and schedule charging for off-peak hours; the car or charger can do it automatically.
- Precondition the cabin while the car is still plugged in, so heating or cooling comes from the grid instead of the battery.
- Keep tires at the pressure on the door-jamb sticker; underinflated tires raise consumption.
- Drive 100 fewer miles a month: saves $7.08 at 14.7¢ per kWh.
Questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Ford F-150 Lightning in North Carolina?
About $20.14. Filling the 123.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 137 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. at 14.7¢ per kWh.
How much does it cost to charge a Ford F-150 Lightning per month?
About $70.75 a month at 1,000 miles (14.7¢ per kWh), or $849.02 a year in North Carolina. At the EPA rating of 48.0 kWh per 100 miles, 1,000 miles take 480 kWh from the wall.
How much does it cost to charge a Ford F-150 Lightning per mile?
7.1¢ a mile, or $7.08 per 100 miles in North Carolina.
Is charging a Ford F-150 Lightning cheaper than gas?
Yes in North Carolina: $7.08 per 100 miles against $14.93 for a 30 mpg car at $4.48 a gallon (AAA, September 24, 2026). It stays cheaper as long as electricity costs less than 31.1¢ per kWh.
How many kWh does it take to charge a Ford F-150 Lightning?
Filling the 123.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 137 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. Most charging sessions top up part of the battery, so a typical night uses less.
How does charging in North Carolina compare with other states?
North Carolina’s residential rate is the 11th cheapest of 51 states and DC, 3.6¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−20%).
Sources
- EPA rating carrier: 2026: 123 kWh standard battery 300 mi EPA; 131 kWh extended 320 mi
- EPA rating carrier: 2026 Lightning combined MPGe 66-70; one reference to 48 kWh/100 mi
- U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov (official ratings; verify here)
- AAA, national average price of regular gasoline, September 24, 2026
- U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A: average price of electricity to ultimate customers, residential, June 2026 Figures transcribed from republications of this table on September 26, 2026; pending direct verification from the EIA API.
- Carrier page: June 2026 residential average price, citing EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A
Usage assumptions (hours a day, season) are ours and listed on the methodology page. Found an error? Tell us.