Hey Layton neighbor! So, you’re eyeing that electric car but worried your Rocky Mountain Power bill will skyrocket? Let’s chat real quick—like we’re grabbing a Dirty Diet Coke at Swig on Antelope Drive—about what to expect. Spoiler: It’s way cheaper than gas, but let’s crunch the actual numbers.
Schedule Your Installation Now (801) 218-3359Here’s the deal: Most Layton EV owners see their electric bill go up $30–$60 a month. Yep, that’s it. For context, filling a gas SUV like a Ford Explorer costs $80–$100/month at Layton’s Maverik or Costco stations. Let me break it down.
Say you drive 1,000 miles a month (commuting to Hill AFB or shuttling kids to Layton High). A Tesla Model 3 uses about 30 kWh per 100 miles. At Rocky Mountain Power’s rate of 11¢/kWh, that’s $33/month. A Ford F-150 Lightning? Closer to 48 kWh per 100 miles, so ~$53/month.
But wait—there’s a hack: Rocky Mountain Power’s off-peak rates drop to 9¢/kWh overnight. Charge from 10 PM to 6 AM while binge-watching Yellowstone, and you’ll shave another $5–$10 off your bill.
“What about winter?” Great question. Utah cold (like Farmington Canyon chilly) can cut your EV’s range by 20–30%, meaning slightly more charging. But even if your bill jumps to $70 in January, you’re still saving $50+ vs. gas.
Real-life Layton example: My buddy in East Layton drives a Chevy Bolt to Salt Lake City daily. His power bill went up $45/month, but he’s saving $90 on gas. That’s an extra $45 for Black Bear Diner pancakes every weekend.
The kicker: If you add solar panels (popular in Kays Creek and Ellison Park), your “fuel” costs drop to near zero. Even without solar, you’re winning.
Bottom line? Unless you’re road-tripping to Bear Lake every week, your electric bill will barely whisper. And hey, skip the gas station freeze-fests at Smith’s this winter—your garage is now your pit stop.
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