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2026 Update · IRC Section 30C

The EV Charger Tax Credit Has Ended — Home Charging Still Pays

The federal 30C credit ended for chargers installed after June 30, 2026. Many utilities still offer charger rebates or off-peak EV rates, and charging at home still costs far less than public fast charging.*

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federal credit after 6/30/26
6/30/26
last install date for 30C
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Ended
30C for chargers installed after 6/30/2026
2026
installs by 6/30 can be claimed on 2026 taxes
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utility charger rebates and EV rates

What happened to the EV charger credit

The 2025 tax law ended the alternative fuel refueling property credit (30C) for property placed in service after June 30, 2026. For homes it was worth 30% of the cost, up to $1,000, and only in eligible census tracts.

Still claimable: A charger installed by June 30, 2026 at a home in an eligible census tract can still be claimed on your 2026 return with IRS Form 8911.
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EV charger credit (30C)
Ended for chargers installed after 6/30/2026
Ended
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Utility charger rebates
Many utilities offer rebates on Level 2 chargers or installation
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EV and time-of-use rates
Off-peak rates can cut charging costs further
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State programs
Some states offer charger rebates, often for income-qualified households
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Federal credit for a charger installed after 6/30/2026$0

Is a Level 2 charger still worth it?

Usually. Charging at home on a residential or off-peak rate typically costs a fraction of public fast charging, and a Level 2 charger refills most EVs overnight. Installation cost depends mostly on the distance from your panel and whether the panel needs an upgrade.

Check your utility first

Utility rebates and EV rates change often and usually require approval before you install. Start with your utility's website, and ask an electrician whether your panel can handle the load.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the EV charger tax credit still available?

Not for new installs. The 30C credit ended for chargers placed in service after June 30, 2026. A charger installed by then in an eligible census tract can still be claimed on your 2026 return.

Are there other incentives for home EV chargers?

Many utilities offer charger rebates or special EV rates, and some states run their own programs. Amounts and rules vary by utility, so check before you buy.

How much does home charging save?

It depends on your rate and how much you drive, but charging at home usually costs much less per mile than public fast charging. Your HomeShark report estimates it from your bill.

What was the 30C credit worth?

30% of the charger and installation cost, up to $1,000 for a home, and only in eligible low-income or non-urban census tracts.

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