Federal Tax Credit for Home EV Charger Installation

If you purchase and install an electric vehicle (EV) charger at your primary residence, you may qualify for a federal tax credit.

Credit Amount

• 30% of the cost, including labor and eligible equipment.

• Maximum credit: $1,000 per charging port.

• Eligible costs can also cover items needed for installation, like the stand (pedestal) that holds up the charging port.
  

Important: (OBBB, Public Law 119-21) This credit (Internal Revenue Code Section 30C) will expire for any property placed in service after June 30, 2026.

How to Claim the Credit

1. Check Eligibility

   • Confirm your home is located in an eligible census tract.

   • Use the 2015 Census Tract Identifier to verify.

2. Purchase and Install

   • Buy and install a qualified EV charger at your principal residence.

3. Keep Documentation

   • Save all receipts for equipment and labor.

4. File Your Tax Return

   • Claim the credit using IRS Form 8911 (Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit).

   • Attach the completed form to your federal tax return for the year your charger was installed and placed in service.

Tip: Filing with complete documentation ensures you can maximize your credit and avoid delays.