How much does it cost to charge a Ford Mustang Mach-E at home in Iowa?
$5.26 per 100 miles
- A month at 1,000 miles
- $52.57
- Per mile
- 5.3¢
- Gas at 30 mpg, same miles
- $149.33
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD, EPA 33.0 kWh per 100 miles, at Iowa’s average rate of 15.9¢ per kWh (EIA, June 2026). How we calculate this
Electricity versus gasoline
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | Gas car | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 miles | $5.26 | $14.93 | $9.68 |
| A month (1,000 mi) | $52.57 | $149.33 | $96.76 |
| A year (12,000 mi) | $630.83 | $1,792.00 | $1,161.17 |
Home charging beats gas for this car as long as electricity costs less than 45.3¢ 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 | 165 kWh | $26.28 | $74.67 |
| 750 | 248 kWh | $39.43 | $112.00 |
| 1,000 | 330 kWh | $52.57 | $149.33 |
| 1,500 | 495 kWh | $78.85 | $224.00 |
| 2,000 | 660 kWh | $105.14 | $298.67 |
Charging in Iowa compared with other states
Iowa’s residential rate is the 23rd cheapest of 51 states and DC, 2.4¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−13%). Iowa’s rate is up 0.6¢ from June 2025 (15.3¢, +3.9%).
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 $5.26 at 15.9¢ per kWh.
Questions
How much does it cost to charge a Ford Mustang Mach-E per month?
About $52.57 a month at 1,000 miles (15.9¢ per kWh), or $630.83 a year in Iowa. At the EPA rating of 33.0 kWh per 100 miles, 1,000 miles take 330 kWh from the wall.
How much does it cost to charge a Ford Mustang Mach-E per mile?
5.3¢ a mile, or $5.26 per 100 miles in Iowa.
Is charging a Ford Mustang Mach-E cheaper than gas?
Yes in Iowa: $5.26 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 45.3¢ per kWh.
How does charging in Iowa compare with other states?
Iowa’s residential rate is the 23rd cheapest of 51 states and DC, 2.4¢ below the US average of 18.3¢ (−13%). Iowa’s rate is up 0.6¢ from June 2025 (15.3¢, +3.9%).
Sources
- EPA rating carrier: Standard-range RWD 102 MPGe; standard-range AWD 91 MPGe
- 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.