EV charger rebates & incentives
Installing EV chargers isn't as expensive as you think. Cover up to 100% of costs with grants, incentives, tax credits, and rebate programs curated by Flipturn’s EV charging policy experts.
Alabama
Alabama Power EVSE Make-Ready
Alabama Power's EV charging program provides funding for the make-ready costs of Level 2 chargers.
Up to $2,000 per charging port, plus 100% of make-ready costs, for 4+ chargers.
Alabama Power (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
Arizona
SRP EV Chargers
SRP offers rebates to help offset the upfront cost of installing Level 2 EV chargers.
Up to $3,500 per charging port, plus pre-wire funding.
SRP (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Government, Non-profit, Multifamily, Schools
Level 2
California
San Joaquin Valley APCD Charge Up!
San Joaquin Valley APCD's Charge Up! program provides funding for public agencies, businesses, and property owners to install EV chargers.
Up to 100% of project costs.
San Joaquin Valley
Business, Multifamily, Public
DCFC, Level 2
MCE EV Charging
MCE's EV Charging program provides funding for all stages of EV charging projects. All multifamily rent types are eligible for this program.
Up to $4,000 per charging port for 2+ ports.
MCE (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
SCE Charge Ready
SCE Charge Ready's program supports EV charging deployment, covering a large portion of equipment and installation costs.
Up to $10,000 per charging port, for up to 4 ports.
Southern California Edison (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
Level 2
3CE Electrify Your Ride Program
3CE helps property owners reduce the cost of bringing Level 2 EV charging to their sites. Installation must occur before funding is granted.
Up to $20,000 per site.
Central Coast Community Energy (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
San Jose Clean Energy
San Jose Clean Energy's incentive program lowers the barrier to adding Level 2 EV charging at multifamily. Program also offsets costs of main panel upgrades.
Up to $5,000 per charging port.
San Jose (ZIP-code restricted)
Multifamily
Level 2
Silicon Valley Clean Energy
SVCE supports EV charging infrastructure at multifamily properties, reimbursing up to 75% of Level 2 charger expenses.
Up to $5,500 per charging port, plus $1,500 for pre-wiring.
Silicon Valley
Multifamily
Level 2
SMUD EV Chargers
SMUD provides incentives for businesses and multifamily properties to add Level 2 EV charging infrastructure. Meter data is required, plus additional power minimum requirements.
Up to $3,500 per charging port.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
EV Charge SF
EV Charge SF helps property owners reduce Level 2 EV charging costs with make-ready and hardware rebates.
Up to $4,500 per charging port, plus stackable make-ready rebates.
CleanPower SF / Hetch Hetchy Power (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
Level 2
Colorado
Connecticut
Eversource CT Commercial EV Chargers
Eversource CT covers up to 50% of costs for installing Level 2 EV chargers at commercial and multifamily locations.
Up to $20,000 per site.
Eversource CT (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Retail, Workplace
Level 2
Florida
Duke Energy FL EV Chargers
Duke Energy FL's EV charging program covers up to 100% of make-ready costs for charger installation.
Up to $1,100 per charging port.
Duke Energy FL (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
Level 2
Georgia
GA Power Commercial EV Chargers
GA Power reimburses commercial properties $250/kW per charger for EV charger installation.
Up to $30,000 per site.
Georgia Power (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
Maryland
Maryland EVSE Rebate Program
Maryland EVSE's rebate program subsidized Level 2 charger installations. Chargers must be listed on PlugShare.
Up to $5,000 per charging port.
Maryland Energy Administration
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
Massachusetts
National Grid MA EV Chargers
National Grid reimburses installation and hardware costs for commercial EV charger installations. Chargers must be networked.
Up to $12,000 per charging port, including make-ready costs.
National Grid (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Schools, Workplace
Level 2
Eversource MA Multifamily EV Make Ready Program
Eversource MA offers funding for installing Level 2 EV chargers at multifamily locations, covering both installation and make-ready costs.
Up to $2,000 per charging port, plus $12,000 for make-ready costs.
Eversource MA
Multifamily
Level 2
Michigan
DTE Charging Forward Commercial
DTE supports EV charging infrastructure, reimbursing a portion of Level 2 charger installation costs. 97% charger uptime is required.
Up to $5,000 per charging port.
Detroit Edison
Multifamily, Public, Retail, Workplace
Level 2
Consumers Energy PowerMIDrive Program
Consumers Energy provides grants to reduce the cost of Level 2 EV charger hardware and installation.
Up to $7,500 per charging port.
Consumers Energy
Multifamily, Public, Workplace
Level 2
New Jersey
Drive Green NJ It Pays to Plug In Level 2
Drive Green NJ reimburses businesses and multifamily properties who add Level 2 EV charging infrastructure. Installation and make-ready costs are not eligible.
Up to $4,000 per charging port.
NJ Dept of Environmental Protection
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
PSE&G Electric Vehicle Charging Program
PSE&G NJ reimburses up to 100% of make-ready costs for charger installation. Customers must agree to provide charging data through the smart charger manufacturer.
Up to $7,500 per charger for up to 4 chargers.
PSE&G NJ (ZIP-code restricted)
Government, Multifamily
Level 2
New Mexico
PNM Commercial EV Charger Rebates
PNM's EV charger rebates support commercial and multifamily communities by offsetting the make-ready costs associated with installing EV chargers.
Up to $5,000 per charging port for 4 ports.
PNM (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
Level 2
El Paso Electric Commercial EV Chargers
El Paso Electric's Commercial EV Chargers program aims to lower costs for commercial customers in New Mexico looking to add EV charging.
Up to 100% of project costs. Varies by program, rebates may be stackable.
El Paso Electric (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
DCFC, Level 2 (varies by program)
New York
PSE&G Long Island EV Make-Ready
PSEG Long Island's EV Make-Ready program provides electric infrastructure incentives to encourage installation of public and private chargers.
Up to $6,500 per charging port for 2+ ports.
PSE&G Long Island (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily, Public
Level 2
Charge Ready NY 2.0
Charge Ready NY supports EV charging infrastructure by reimbursing a portion of Level 2 charger installation expenses.
Up to $3,000 per charging port for 4+ chargers.
NYSERDA
Hotels, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
ConEd Power Ready
ConEd PowerReady offers funding to help commercial site owners install Level 2 EV charging stations. Owner is responsible for hardware costs.
Up to $5,000+ per charging port, plus 50%+ of make-ready costs.
Con Edison
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
North Carolina
Duke Energy NC EV Commercial Charger Prep Credit
Duke Energy NC offsets up to $1600 for charger make-ready costs. Amounts vary regularly.
Up to $1,600 per charging port.
Duke Energy N (ZIP-code restricted)
Multifamily
Level 2
Oregon
Pacific Power OR Business EV Chargers
Pacific Power's OR Business EV Chargers program offers funding for non-residential customers to buy and install EV chargers at their properties.
Up to $4,500 per charging port for 12 ports.
Pacific Power (ZIP-code restricted)
Multifamily
Level 2
Pennsylvania
Duquesne Light Community Charging
Duquesne Light Company will design and build the electric infrastructure from the power grid up to the charging station. Covers up to 100% of make-ready costs.
Custom rebate.
Duquesne Light Company
Multifamily, Public
Level 2
Texas
Plug-in Austin
Austin Energy reimburses up to 50% of EV charger project costs.
Up to $3,000 per charging port.
Austin Energy
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
Virginia
Dominion Level 2 Charging Program
Dominion Energy covers up to 50% of project costs for EV chargers. Customers can choose their charger hardware. Chargers must be OCPP 1.6+ compliant.
Custom rebate.
Dominion Energy (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Government, Multifamily, Workplace
Level 2
Washington
PSE Up and Go for Multifamily
PSE covers up to 50% of charger costs for EV chargers owned by the site host.
Up to $2,000 per charging port.
Puget Sound Energy (ZIP-code restricted)
Multifamily
Level 2
Seattle City Light Multifamily EV Chargers
Seattle City Light reimburses up to 50% of project costs for installing EV chargers. The equipment must track station-specific energy usage.
Up to $25,000 per site.
Seattle City Light (ZIP-code restricted)
Multifamily
Level 2
Wisconsin
WE Energies EV Chargers
WE Energies covers up to 100% of project costs for EV charging installation. Customer commits to installing a minimum of 150kW of new Level 2 or DC fast chargers, and an additional electric meter to measure charger usage is required.
Custom rebate.
WE Energies (ZIP-code restricted)
Business, Multifamily
Level 2, DCFC
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Frequently asked questions
Can I cover 100% of EV charger installation costs with incentives?
In some cases, yes. Certain state and utility grant programs cover up to 100% of project costs, particularly for eligible businesses and property owners in targeted regions. Sometimes, programs can be stacked for increased coverage. Incentive amounts depend on zip code, property type, charger type, and income eligibility.
What types of EV charging incentives are available for property owners?
Four main types of incentives exist:
1. Rebates: cash back after installation
2. Grants: upfront funding that doesn't need to be repaid
3. Make-ready incentives: funding specifically for electrical infrastructure costs
4. Federal tax credits under the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit: can offset up to 30% of costs. Most programs target Level 2 chargers, though some include DCFC.
Are EV charging incentives available for multifamily apartment buildings?
Yes, and multifamily is one of the better-covered property types. Many state, regional, and utility programs explicitly include multifamily properties, and some increase funding amounts for affordable housing. The specific programs available to you depend on your state and utility provider.
Can fleet operators access the same EV charging rebates as property owners?
It depends on the program. Many business and workplace programs cover fleet depot charging infrastructure. Others are oriented toward public-access or residential charging and may not apply. Fleet operators should look for programs categorized under “Fleet”, "Workplace", or "Business" and confirm that depot-based charging qualifies before applying.
Can I stack multiple EV charging incentives together?
Sometimes. Federal tax credits (IRS 30C) can frequently be combined with state and utility rebates. Some programs explicitly allow stacking; others prohibit double-dipping with other public funds.
Are EV charging incentives limited by geography or utility provider?
Some programs are statewide, and others are restricted to specific utility service territories, typically by ZIP code. If you're outside a covered utility zone, you may still qualify for state-level or federal programs. Coverage varies by region, so eligibility is usually assessed on a property-by-property basis.
How much money can a property owner realistically get per EV charging port?
Per-port incentives from utility and state programs commonly range from $4,000 to $8,000 for Level 2 chargers, though amounts vary widely by program and region. DCFC incentives are structured differently. Federal tax credits can add further offset on top of utility and state programs.
What is an EV "make-ready" incentive and how is it different from a charger rebate?
A make-ready incentive covers the electrical infrastructure work needed before charger installation — trenching, panel upgrades, conduit runs — rather than the charger hardware itself. This distinction matters because infrastructure is often the largest cost item in a commercial installation, so these programs usually have the largest impact on capital expenditure.
How do I find out which EV charging incentives I qualify for?
Start by checking your utility’s website for available programs. If they exist, check rebate eligibility by zip code for your properties. Flipturn also has a rolling subset of available programs and details by state.
Because programs open, close, and change frequently, consulting a specialist who tracks current program status is more reliable than relying on static lists. Flipturn offers free rebate eligibility consultations to match your property or fleet to available funding.
Do EV charging incentives apply to both new installations and upgrades to existing infrastructure?
Most programs fund new installations, but many (particularly make-ready programs) also cover upgrades to existing electrical infrastructure to support additional chargers. Some programs distinguish between greenfield installs and capacity expansions, so checking program-specific eligibility terms is important.