Ford F-150 Lightning Running Costs (2026)
What it really costs to charge and run a Ford F-150 Lightning — by US state, vs gas.
Updated 24 June 2026 · $ / 100 mi · figures current to Q2 2026
Charging cost — by US state
At average residential electricity prices, 48 kWh/100 mi (wall, incl. ~10% charging loss). Annual = 12,000 mi/year.
| State | ¢/kWh | $/100 mi | Full charge | $/yr (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 💧 Washington | 14.11 | US$6.77 | US$20.54 | US$813 |
| 🤠 Texas | 15.41 | US$7.4 | US$22.43 | US$888 |
| 🌴 Florida | 15.80 | US$7.58 | US$23 | US$910 |
| 🇺🇸 US average | 17.65 | US$8.47 | US$25.69 | US$1,017 |
| 🌞 California | 33.22 | US$15.95 | US$48.35 | US$1,913 |
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Ford F-150 Lightning — key specs
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a Ford F-150 Lightning at home?
A full 0→100% home charge of the 131 kWh battery costs about US$21 in Washington and US$48 in California (battery ÷ 0.9 for ~10% AC charging loss). Per 100 mi that is US$6.77–US$15.95.
What is the F-150 Lightning cost per 100 mi?
On home electricity the F-150 Lightning costs US$6.77 per 100 mi in Washington (cheapest) up to US$15.95 in California (priciest), based on EPA 48 kWh/100 mi.
How far does the F-150 Lightning go on a charge in the US?
The EPA rates the Ford F-150 Lightning at 320 miles of range (70 MPGe combined).
How fast does the F-150 Lightning charge?
Peak DC fast-charging is 150 kW via the CCS1 connector.
Sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov — Ford F-150 Lightning efficiency, range, MPGe
- EIA residential electricity, via electricchoice.com (Feb 2026 data)
Methodology: cost = efficiency × tariff; a full 0→100% home charge draws battery ÷ 0.9 (≈10% AC charging loss). US in $/100 mi; reproducible from the figures above. Excludes maintenance, insurance, depreciation and public fast-charging. Educational — not financial advice.