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Connecticut Electric Vehicle Rebates, Tax Credits and EV Incentives
Connecticut residents can benefit from several programs aimed at making driving electric more affordable. Find out if you qualify for a Connecticut EV rebate and learn how you can take even more advantage of available savings by buying and installing an EV charger in our guide below.
Connecticut EV Rebate – CHEAPR
Connecticut residents can take advantage of EV rebates worth up to $1,500 on purchasing or leasing eligible plug-in hybrid or fully electric vehicles. Under the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate (CHEAPR) Program, the standard EV rebate is $1,500, but income-eligible residents can receive up to $4,500 toward a new EV, up to $5,000 toward a used EV, and up to $3,000 on the purchase of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
Norwich Public Utilities EV Rebate
As a customer of Norwich Public Utilities, you can receive up to $1,000 towards the purchase of a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) or up to $1,500 for a new electric vehicle (EV). If you’re considering a used EV, the utility offers up to $500 for a used PHEV from 2019 or newer and $1,000 for a used EV from 2019 or newer.
Tax Credits For Electric Vehicles
Car buyers in Connecticut may qualify for federal tax credits like the clean vehicle tax credit of up to $7,500 for new vehicles, or the used clean vehicle tax credit for up to $4,000. Income restrictions as well as battery component and critical mineral restrictions may apply. Be sure to speak to a qualified CPA or tax professional to check your eligibility.
Reduced Registration Fees for EVs
In Connecticut, electric vehicle owners benefit from a significantly reduced registration fee, paying only $38 a year at the DMV. This cost-saving measure not only makes owning an EV more affordable but also supports the state’s environmental goals by encouraging more residents to make the switch to electric vehicles.
Connecticut EV Charger Rebates
Charging your EV at home is both affordable and convenient. To achieve the best charging speed with your residential electrical infrastructure, it is essential to install a Level 2 EV charger with the help of a qualified EV charger installation professional.
Several utility providers in Connecticut offer rebates on EV chargers to make at-home charging more affordable, around $1,000 for residential customers on average. Before scheduling your installation, be sure to verify whether your electricity provider currently offers any rebates for EV chargers, as programs and program requirements are subject to change.
Jewett City Department of Public Utilities
If you get your power through Jewett City Department of Public Utilities, you can qualify for a rebate of $1,500 toward a Level 2 at-home charger.
Businesses can receive up to $4,000 to install an EV charger for workplace, public, or multifamily EV charging projects.
South Norwalk Electric & Water
South Norwalk Electric & Water offers a $1,000 rebate to help you offset the cost of installing a Level 2 EV charger in your home.
The utility also offers a $3,000 rebate for EV chargers at commercial properties including businesses, multifamily properties, and public areas.
East Norwalk Electric — Third Taxing District of Norwalk
As an East Norwalk Electric customer, you can qualify for a $1,500 rebate toward your residential Level 2 EV charger purchase and installation.
Businesses, multifamily properties, and public entities can apply and get up to $4,000 for their EV charging project.
Norwich Public Utilities
Norwich Public Utilities offers their customers a $1,000 rebate for Level 2 residential EV charger installations.
Workplace EV charging projects and multifamily properties with four or more units are also eligible for a $3,000 rebate, while larger commercial and public charging projects can receive up to $4,000.
EV Charging Rates in Connecticut
Enrolling in a time-of-use (TOU) plan allows EV drivers to take advantage of lower rates for EV chargers when the demand for electricity is lower.
For EV owners who can adjust their charging schedule to align with discounted rates, this can lead to significant savings and help alleviate pressure on the grid.
Although there are currently no Connecticut utilities offering TOU plans, this may be a strategy they consider implementing in the future. In the meantime, comparing electric rates from various resellers in your area can help you save on EV charging costs.
Public EV Charging Stations in Connecticut
The state of Connecticut currently has a comprehensive nine-year plan to develop its charging infrastructure throughout the state.
With $11 million in federal funding allocated in 2024, the state is actively electrifying over 400 miles of highways, to improve accessibility for EV owners and contribute to a more sustainable future for all residents.
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Connecticut?
As of February 2025, Connecticut has more than 1,200 public charging stations including over 1,000 Level 2 and 164 DC Fast stations. There are 36 Tesla Supercharger stations and 352 Tesla Supercharger ports in Connecticut.
Ford’s BlueOval™ Charge Network has hundreds of charging sites located in the state as well, offering over 200 charging sites within a 60-mile radius of New Haven, CT, and over 200 charging sites within a 30-mile radius of Windham, CT.
As mentioned above, the state also has robust at-home EV charger installation and charging incentives that can help reduce the reliance of EV drivers on public charging, provide the convenience of at-home charging, and offer greater cost savings than utilizing public EV charging stations.
How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Connecticut?
Public charging prices can vary from one network to another, but as a general rule, rates for charging at public EV charging stations tend to be higher than at-home charging costs.
For instance, the town of Glastonbury operates two public EV charging stations and charges $0.26 per kWh, while the campus of the University of Connecticut charges $3 per hour.
Are There Free Electric Car Charging Stations in Connecticut?
Yes, you can find free EV charging stations in Connecticut, but access to free public charging shouldn’t be your primary charging strategy.
The town of West Hartford has four free EV charging stations, and in New Haven, you can access free EV charging at Park New Haven parking facilities once you pay a parking fee.
Where Are Public EV Charging Stations Located in Connecticut?
Public EV charging is easier to find in major cities such as New Haven, Hartford, or Bridgeport, as well as along highways.
Tesla has built a Supercharger network of fast charging stations throughout the state, with locations approximately 150 miles apart along I-91 and I-95. Ford’s BlueOval™ Charge Network offers over 200 charging sites within a 60-mile radius of New Haven, and over 200 charging sites within a 30-mile radius of Windham.
Visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center Map of EV Charging Station Locations in Connecticut, which can be sorted and filtered based on public access, charger type (Level 1, Level 2, DC Fast), and connector type (NACS, J1772, CCS, CHAdeMO).
Home Electrification Incentives in Connecticut
Combining EV ownership with other electrification projects, such as upgrading your home with solar panels & battery storage, or investing in a heat pump, will help you save even more while reducing your environmental impact.
You may qualify for home electrification incentives through your local electricity provider in addition to the U.S. federal government. Scroll down to read rebate and incentive details for specific home electrification technologies.
Battery Storage
Energy Storage Solutions, a new energy storage incentive program available in Connecticut, designed to help Eversource and UI customers install battery storage at their home or business. The maximum residential incentive is $16,000. Low-income households and multifamily affordable housing properties receive increased incentives.
Additionally, the 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit provides a 30% federal tax credit on the cost of new battery storage systems size 3kWh and larger.
Electrical Panels
The 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit provides a federal tax credit for electrical panel upgrades needed to complete electrification projects like heat pumps and heat pump water heaters (up to 30% of project costs, capped at $600). The 25C tax credit can be used by renters, and homeowners making upgrades to their primary or secondary home.
Qualifying electrical panels must meet the standards of the National Electric Code (NEC) and have a capacity of 200 Amps or more. This means that your new/upgraded panel must be able to serve a load of at least 200 Amps, but you don’t need 200 Amps of incoming utility service. Smart panels may qualify if they allow you to serve a load of 200 Amps.
If you’re claiming 25D for a residential solar or battery storage project and the installation required you to upgrade your main panel, you may be able to apply 25D to electrical panel costs as well.
Heat Pumps & Heat Pump Water Heaters
The 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit also applies to heat pumps and heat pump water heaters. A 30% federal tax credit is available (capped at $2,000 dollars). Eligible technologies must meet certain energy efficiency requirements.
Solar Panels
The 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit also provides a 30% federal tax credit on the cost of photovoltaic (PV) solar panel systems.
Why Qmerit is the #1 EV Charger Installer in Connecticut
With the savings available from Connecticut and several utilities offering EV charger rebates, alongside the rapidly growing rate of EV adoption, there’s never been a better time to make the switch to electric.
If you’re interested in exploring your at-home EV charging options or interested in taking advantage of commercial EV charging benefits to install chargers at your business, Qmerit can help.
As North America’s most trusted and largest network of certified EV charger installers, Qmerit is recommended by automakers, EV charger manufacturers, utilities, businesses, and homeowners alike. Rated #1 in customer satisfaction, our expert network has installed over 450,000 EV charging stations across the U.S. and Canada.
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!