US ownership cost · free calculator
How much does a Tesla Model Y cost per month?
The Model Y removes the gas bill but not depreciation, insurance, tires or charging. Enter your real home and public charging mix to see whether the full EV budget works for you.
Your editable US estimate
What would this Model Y cost you?
Estimated economic cost
$881/monthPer year$10,570
Per mile$0.88
Running cost excluding depreciation$481/month
Where does the budget go?
monthly averageEstimated depreciation$400
Insurance$240
Tires$75
Registration and state fees$54
Electricity$45
Repair reserve$42
Maintenance$25
First AutoPrisme checkEstimated depreciation is the largest cost in this scenario.
A $0.05 increase per kWh would add approximately $12.50 per month at 12,000 miles per year.
Build a cash-flow budget →Mileage comparison
How annual mileage changes the estimate
Fixed costs and resale stay unchanged in this quick comparison. Use the fields above for a complete personal scenario.
AutoPrisme method
Complete ownership cost—not only gas or the payment
The calculator combines estimated value loss, gasoline or electricity, insurance, parking and yearly allowances for maintenance, repairs, tires and registration. Irregular bills are divided by twelve so they can be compared.
Formuladepreciation + energy + insurance + maintenance + repairs + tires + fees
Financed principal is not added on top of depreciation, which would count the vehicle value twice. Use the loan calculator separately for APR, payment and total interest.
Why this page is useful
What the calculation exposes
- Electricity modeled in kWh per 100 miles
- Charging price is fully editable
- Depreciation stays visible beside low energy cost
Check before deciding
The most sensitive assumptions
- Public fast charging can cost far more than home charging
- Insurance and state EV fees vary widely
- Wheel size, speed and climate change consumption
Usage profile
Who is the Tesla Model Y for?
A low monthly estimate is not enough. Check whether the format, driving and ownership constraints fit your life.
This vehicle may suit you if…
- Drivers with reliable home charging
- Higher annual mileage
- Families wanting an electric crossover
Look at other models if…
- You rely mainly on public charging
- Insurance quotes are unusually high
- A hybrid better matches long rural trips
EPA data and transparency
Where does the starting efficiency figure come from?
EPA/DOE lists 25 kWh per 100 miles and 134 MPGe combined for the 2026 Model Y Long Range RWD. Other wheel, battery and drivetrain versions differ.
FuelEconomy.gov — 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWDAll other amounts are editable editorial examples. They are not a vehicle appraisal, insurance quote, tax calculation or repair forecast.
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Tesla Model Y ownership costs
How much does a Tesla Model Y cost per month?
There is no single monthly figure. Price paid, future resale value, mileage, insurance, state fees and maintenance can change the result substantially. Replace every example input with your own figures.
What fuel economy should I use for a Model Y?
The pre-filled EPA figure is tied to the Long Range RWD example. Select the exact engine, drivetrain and model year on FuelEconomy.gov or enter your own measured efficiency.
Does this result include the car loan payment?
No. The ownership estimate uses depreciation to represent value lost and avoids counting the financed vehicle price twice. Use the separate car-loan calculator to examine APR, payment and total interest.
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What should you check next?
Check affordability, calculate the out-the-door price and then compare loan terms using the same vehicle price.
01 · BudgetDoes the complete cost fit my income?Protect expenses, savings and a safety buffer first.Check affordability →02 · Purchase priceWhat will I actually pay at the dealership?Add sales tax, registration, fees and add-ons.Calculate out-the-door price →03 · FinancingWhat do APR and term do to total interest?Compare payment and total cost—not payment alone.Calculate the car loan →
One model, every important cost
Replace the example with written quotes.
Use the exact out-the-door price, insurance quote, state fees, mileage and expected maintenance before making a final decision.