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EV Charger Rebates and Credits: What Ended and What Remains

The federal credit for home EV chargers ended on June 30, 2026. This page explains what that means, what a charger costs, and how to find state and utility offers that may still apply.

Reviewed Rules checked October 10, 2026 against IRS and Department of Energy pages. Sources listed at the end

The federal credit

The Department of Energy's consumer page lists the home charger credit as 30 percent of the total cost, up to $1,000, claimed on IRS Form 8911. The IRS FAQ says the credit will not be allowed for any property placed in service after June 30, 2026. As of October 10, 2026, that date has passed, so a charger installed and placed in service now does not qualify for it. The separate new and used EV purchase credits ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025.

Source: IRS FS-2025-05 and the DOE home upgrades page, read October 10, 2026.

Not tax advice

This page summarizes the IRS and Department of Energy text we read on October 10, 2026. It is not tax or legal advice. Rules change quickly, and some federal consumer pages still describe credits that have ended. Check the IRS pages linked below or ask a tax professional before you rely on a credit.

What a home charger costs

The Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center says a residential Level 1 charger can cost from $0, if no extra equipment is needed, to $900, and a residential Level 2 charger from $380 to $690, before installation. Installation depends on your electrical panel and the distance to the charger. An electrician can add circuits where a home lacks capacity, and state and utility incentives may help offset equipment costs.

See Level 1 charging costs and Level 2 charging costs for the speeds and what charging costs per mile.

Source: DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center, procurement and installation and charging at home.

Finding state and utility rebates

  1. Search the Alternative Fuels Data Center laws and incentives database for your state.
  2. Check your electric company's website for charger rebates, and for time-of-use rates for EV owners. The Department of Energy notes that some utilities offer these.
  3. Look at your state energy office, and at the ENERGY STAR rebate finder.
  4. Ask your installer which offers they handle, and whether the equipment must be on an approved list.
  5. Read the rules before you buy. Many rebates need pre-approval, a licensed installer or specific equipment.

Questions to ask before you hire an installer

  • Is the quote for the charger only, or for the charger, the circuit, the permit and the panel work?
  • Does my panel have room, or does it need an upgrade? Ask for that cost in writing.
  • Which rebates does the installer handle, and does the equipment need to be on an approved list?
  • Do I need a permit or an inspection, and who pulls it?
  • If I rent or live in a condo, who has to approve the install, and who owns the charger if I move?

Time-of-use rates can matter more than a rebate

If your utility offers a lower price at night, charging then can cut the cost of every mile for years. Our time-of-use guide shows how to test a plan, and the EV charging cost calculator shows what a mile costs at your own price.

Sources and further reading

Frequently asked questions

Is there still a federal tax credit for a home EV charger?

The IRS says the credit does not apply to property placed in service after June 30, 2026, so a charger placed in service now does not qualify.

How do I find EV charger rebates in my state?

Search the DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center laws and incentives database for your state, then check your electric company and your state energy office.

How much does a home EV charger cost?

DOE lists $0 to $900 for a residential Level 1 charger and $380 to $690 for a Level 2 charger, before installation. Installation varies by home.

Do utilities offer lower rates for charging?

Some do. The Department of Energy notes that some utilities offer time-of-use rates or other incentives for EV owners. Ask yours.

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