June 12, 2025
Nebraska Electric Vehicle Tax Credits, Rebates, and Incentives
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Although electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Nebraska has been relatively slow, the state’s below-average electricity rates and utility-backed financial incentives could help create growth within the state.
Let’s take a closer look at the many Nebraska EV rebate programs offered by local utilities and explore how much you could save on EV adoption.
Nebraska EV Tax Credits and Rebates
While as of 2025, the state of Nebraska doesn’t have any EV-related incentives for its residents or businesses, you can still save thousands by taking advantage of federal tax credits to reduce your tax bill.
Federal Tax Credits
Some EV makes and models qualify for a nonrefundable income tax credit of up to $7,500. Additionally, after upgrading your home with a Level 2 EV charging station, you can also claim an Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Credit of up to $1,000.
If you’re a business owner interested in electrification, you can claim this same EV credit of up to $7,500 per vehicle and get a base credit of 6% of the total cost of your commercial EV charging project. This credit can go up to 30% if your business meets wages and apprenticeship requirements.
Nebraska EV Rebate Programs for Chargers
Several state utilities participate in EnergyWise, a program that funds and issues rebates to help Nebraska residents and businesses save on EV adoption.
Auburn Board of Public Works
This municipal utility delivers power to residents across the city of Auburn.
Residential EV Incentive
You can get up to $500 to help you purchase a Level 2 charger, with a cap at 50% of the charger’s cost. Plus, if you need to install a new 240V circuit for your charger, you can claim up to $600 for this upgrade.
Business EV Incentive
As a business owner in Auburn, you can get $200 per kW to help pay for a Level 2 or DC Fast charger, with a cap of 50% of the project. Non-profits can get a Nebraska EV rebate that covers up to 90% of their EV charging project.
You can also get financial help with running conduit to the charger with a rebate of $15 per foot, capped at $2,000.
Burt County Public Power District
Burt County Public Power District also participates in the EnergyWise Nebraska EV rebate program to help their customers save on EV charging.
Residential Rebates
Get up to $500 toward an at-home Level 2 charging station and $600 to upgrade your home with a dedicated 240V circuit.
Business Rebates
Businesses can claim $200 per kW of charging capacity for a Level 2 or DC Fast charger. The limit is 50%, except for non-profits, which can claim a rebate of up to 90% of the project’s cost. Plus, you can claim a rebate of up to $2,000 to pay for conduit running to the station.
Butler Public Power District
Located in David City, this utility serves over 6,500 customers.
Residential EV Rebates
Thanks to the EnergyWise Nebraska EV Rebate program, you can save $500 on a Level 2 charger and $600 on electric upgrades.
Business Incentives
Get $200 per kW of charging capacity for your Level 2 or DC Fast charging project. If you need to run conduit to the charger, you can get a rebate of up to $2,000.
Cedar-Knox Public Power District
Cedar-Knox PPD delivers electricity to Cedar County and covers parts of Dixon, Knox, Pierce, and Wayne counties.
Home EV Rebates
You can claim a $500 rebate for a residential Level 2 EV charger and receive up to $600 to install a 240V circuit.
Business Rebates
If you own a business in these counties, you can receive a rebate covering up to 50% of an EV charging station’s cost or $200 per kW of capacity. Help is also available to pay for conduit, up to $2,000.
Cornhusker Public Power District
This public power district serves over 10,000 customers in Columbus and nearby areas.
Residential Rebates
As a residential customer, you’re eligible for a $500 Level 2 EV charger rebate. If you need to install a new circuit to power it, a $600 rebate is available.
Business Rebates
Your business could receive up to 50% of the cost of an EV charging station, with a limit of $200 per kWh of capacity. You can also claim a rebate of up to $2,000 to cover costs associated with running conduit to the station.
Dawson Public Power District
The Dawson Public Power District is one of the largest utilities in rural Nebraska, serving more than 530,000 customers.
Home EV Rebates
Upgrade your home with a Level 2 charger and claim a $500 rebate. You can also receive up to $600 to cover the cost of electrical upgrades.
Business EV Rebates
If you’re a business customer of this utility, you can get help covering up to 50% of a Level 2 or DC Fast charging station, on top of a rebate for conduit. Non-profits can get a Nebraska EV rebate of up to 90%.
Elkhorn Rural Public Power District
The Elkhorn Rural Public Power District delivers electricity to Madison and Antelope Counties, as well as surrounding areas.
Residential Rebates
This utility offers a $500 rebate for at-home EV charging stations, not to exceed 50% of the cost of the equipment. You can stack this rebate with a $600 incentive if you need to upgrade your circuit before installation.
Business Rebates
Claim a $200 per kW commercial EV rebate to help pay for a Level 2 or Fast DC charging station, and get $15 per foot of conduit, up to $2,000.
High West Energy Co-Op
High West Energy Co-Op has a presence in Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado.
Residential EV Rebates
As a High West Energy Co-Op customer, you’re eligible for a $250 rebate toward a Level 2 charger, not to exceed 50% of the total cost. If you install a connected charger and let the utility manage it remotely, your rebate could increase to $1,000 instead.
Business EV Rebates
Your business can qualify for a $1,000 rebate to help cover equipment and installation costs for a Level 2 charger. If you’re looking into DC Fast chargers, you could get $3,000 to $7,500, depending on the charger’s capacity.
Highline Electric Association
This Colorado-based utility serves customers in Southwestern Nebraska.
Residential Rebates
You can save 50% on a Level 2 charger, with a cap at $250, evenly split between the charger and installation costs.
Business Rebates
The Highline Electric Association currently doesn’t have any EV rebates for businesses.
Loup Power District
The Loup Power District distributes electricity to 22 Nebraska communities, serving over 62,000 customers.
Home EV Rebates
Claim your $500 rebate and save on an at-home Level 2 charger. Plus, you can also get up to $600 to cover the cost of pre-wiring your home.
Business EV Rebates
This Nebraska utility offers $200 per kW of charging capacity for commercial Level 2 and DC Fast charging projects. Your business can also get a financial incentive of up $2,000 to help with installing conduit.
Nebraska Public Power District
With a presence in 84 counties, the Nebraska Public Power District is the state’s largest electric utility.
Residential Rebates
As a residential customer, you can get a $500 incentive to help pay for a Level 2 EV charging station. There is a cap at 50% of the charger’s cost. If you need to add a new circuit to your home, you can claim up to $600 or 100% of the project’s cost.
Business Rebates
The Nebraska Public Power District offers a commercial EV rebate of $200 per kW for Level 2 and DC Fast chargers capped at 50% of the total cost. The cap increases to 90% for non-profits. Plus, you can get $15 per foot of conduit, helping you save up to $2,000.
Norris Public Power District
This utility serves more than 28,000 customers across six counties.
At-Home EV Charger Rebates
You can save up to $500 on a Level 2 residential charger and receive an additional $600 to help pay for pre-wiring.
Business EV Charger Rebates
Your business could get $200 per kW of capacity for a Level 2 or DC Fast charger and claim $15 per foot of conduit.
Southern Public Power District
This utility covers more than 4,000 square miles in the south of the state.
Residential Rebates
As a residential customer, you can qualify for a rebate of up to $500 for an EV charger. You can also stack this incentive with a $600 rebate to install a dedicated 240V circuit.
Business Rebates
Business incentives include a Nebraska EV rebate of $200 per kW of charging capacity for Level 2 and DC Fast charging stations and $15 per foot of conduit.
Nebraska EV Charging Rates
With average residential electrical rates of $0.10 per kWh, Nebraska is one of the most affordable states for electricity. For EV owners, this makes charging at home an appealing option.
If you utility offers it, you can save even more by enrolling in a time-of-use plan and charge your EV when demand for electricity is low.
Loup Power District
If you enroll in the Loup Power District optional time-of-use plan, you’ll pay $0.057 per kWh during on-peak summer hours, $0.050 per kWh during off-peak summer hours, $0.047 per kWh during on-peak winter hours, and $0.041 per kWh during off-peak winter hours.
On-peak hours begin at 8 a.m. in the winter and 10 a.m. in the summer, and they end at 10 p.m. all year round.
Nebraska Public Power District
This utility offers a time-of-use rate with three billing periods throughout the day. In the winter, you’ll pay $0.04 per kWh from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. the next day. Your rate will spike at $0.17 per kWh from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Outside of these hours, you’ll pay $0.06 per kWh.
In the summer, on-peak hours last from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and come at $0.20 per kWh. You’ll pay $0.04 per kWh from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. and $0.08 per kWh the rest of the time.
Public EV Charging in Nebraska
Over the past few years, the state of Nebraska has used NEVI funding to expand its charging infrastructure, focusing on Alternative Fuel Corridors.
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Nebraska?
There are over 290 EV charging stations publicly available in Nebraska with over 650 charging ports!
Level 2 charging stations represent more than 210 of these stations and over 440 of these ports. There are fewer DC Fast charging options, with a little over 80 locations and around 200 ports.
If you’re looking for a Tesla Supercharger location, you’ll find 11 locations in Nebraska with over 90 ports. The Ford BlueOval charging network is another great option to consider, with almost 100 options within 20 miles of Omaha.
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an EV in Nebraska?
The price you pay for using a public EV charging station will vary depending on the network and location you use.
In Crete, NE, public EV charging typically costs around $0.13 per kWh on average. However, some stations — like those on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus — charge by the hour instead, with rates around $1.50 per hour.
Are There Free Charging Options in Nebraska?
Nebraska’s public EV charging infrastructure includes some free options throughout the state. For instance, you can charge your EV for free at the Audi dealership on Burt Street in Omaha.
Where to Find EV Charging Stations in Nebraska
Major cities like Omaha, Lincoln, or Bellevue have more charging options, but you can find EV charging stations in between cities along major highways. Take a look at this EV charging map to get a better idea of where you can charge.
Get Started with Electrification in Nebraska
With several Nebraska utilities participating in the EnergyWise rebate program, alongside the rapidly growing rate of EV adoption, there’s never been a better time to make the switch to electrification.
The cost savings created by adopting clean, sustainable energy are just the start of the benefits you’ll see, and by partnering with a qualified electrician who can tailor an EV charger installation to your specific needs, you can maximize these benefits even more.
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Discover how Qmerit is paving the way forward for residential EV charger installation and whole-home electrification solutions. Contact us today to find out how easy home electrification can be!
