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Illinois EV Rebates, Tax Credits and Incentives
With generous state incentives and three of the four major public utilities offering time-of-use rates for EV charging, Illinois makes it easier—and more affordable—than ever to go electric. In this article, we will explore different ways you can save on an electric vehicle and EV charging in the state.
Illinois EV Charger Rebates and Tax Credits
In addition to the above incentives that are offered for purchasing an electric car, Illinois residents can also claim incentives for purchasing and installing Level 2 EV chargers,
Illinois EV Charger Tax Credits
Illinois does not have a state-wide tax credit for EV chargers, but residents may qualify for the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit which is a federal tax credit worth up to $1,000 to offset costs related to installing an EV charger at home.
Additionally, businesses may qualify for the 30C commercial charging tax credit, worth up to $100,000 per installed EV charging port and available until June 30, 2026.
Illinois Utility Rebates for EV Chargers & Installation
Utility rebates range from $500 to over $3,000, scroll down to view more details for specific utility providers in Illinois:
City of Naperville is offering rebates for the installation of Level 2 or DC fast EV chargers, up to $500 for home or business owners. A City of Naperville Building Permit, accompanied by a completed Residential Load Calculation Worksheet, will be required for any wiring upgrades.
Commonwealth Edison Co. (ComEd) offers rebates ranging from $1,000 to $3,750 for installing a Level 2 electric vehicle charger. If you qualify for a public assistance program, you may qualify for the full $3,750 rebate. The program offers rebates for the installation and purchase of Level 2 chargers that are “smart,” ENERGY STAR® certified, and NRTL certified.
Click to read our detailed article about the ComEd EV Charger Rebate.
EV Charging Rates in Illinois
Some utilities in Illinois also offer special time-of-use (TOU) electricity rates for EV drivers, designed to encourage vehicle charging during select times of the day.
Three of the state’s four public utilities offer discounted rates, helping to lower electricity bills. Plus, with Illinois’ deregulated energy market, you have the option to shop around and compare the rates offered by different energy suppliers to find the best deal for your needs.
MidAmerican Energy Co.
As a residential customer of MidAmerican Energy Co., you can enroll in the utility’s time-of-use plan and save by charging your EV at night.
The program uses a schedule with on-peak hours from 1 pm to 6 pm, off-peak hours from 10 pm to 8 am, and shoulder hours the rest of the time.
In the summer, your off-peak rate will be just $0.02 per kWh, during shoulder hours you’ll pay only $0.04 per kWh, and you’ll pay $0.13 per kWh during on-peak hours. In the winter, you’ll get a fixed rate of $0.02 per kWh around the clock.
Ameren Illinois
Ameren Illinois offers its customers a ChargeSmart program, which rewards bill credits for charging during the utility’s preferred charging hours, from 11 pm to 7 am. Earn $0.02 per kWh in the summer and $0.01 per kWh in the winter, plus, an additional an additional monthly bill credit of $15 for the first year in the program.
However, charging during the utility’s non-preferred hours, between 11 am to 7 pm, incurs an extra charge of $0.46 per kWh. This program encourages smarter charging habits while helping you save on your energy bills.
Commonwealth Edison Co (ComEd)
Commonwealth Edison Co. offers an hourly pricing program that can help you save on charging. With this program, your electrical rate varies from one hour to the next based on current demand.
You can save an estimated 15% on your electricity bill by charging your vehicle at night when the dynamic rate is typically lower.
Public EV Charging Stations in Illinois
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Illinois?
As of October 2025, Illinois has over 1,600 public EV charging stations including more than 1,200 Level 2 and 386 DC fast stations. There are 71 Tesla Supercharger stations and 847 Tesla Supercharger ports in Illinois.
How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Illinois?
Illinois EV charging costs vary from one location to another. For instance, the public charging stations installed in Oak Park, IL, cost $0.25 per kWh, while at Southern Illinois University, rates are $2 per hour for the first four hours of charging and increase to $5 per hour of charging beyond the first four hours.
Are There Free Electric Car Charging Stations in Illinois?
Yes, you can find free public EV charging stations throughout Illinois. In fact, the state is in the process of rolling out free EV charging at all of its state parks.
Where Are Public EV Charging Stations in Illinois?
You’ll tend to find more EV charging stations in Chicago and other urban areas, but you can find public charging all throughout the state. ComEd is partnering with Millennium Garages to install EV chargers at the company’s downtown parking hub, as one of the many exciting projects transforming Chicago into an EV-friendly city.
Tesla has built a Supercharger network of fast charging stations throughout the state, with locations approximately 150 miles apart along I-57 and I-74.
You can also visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center (this map) to get a better idea of where EV charging stations are located in your zip code.
Home Electrification Incentives in Illinois
Illinois is offering home energy rebates funded through the Inflation Reduction Act, making $132.2 million for home efficiency rebates and $131.4 million for home electrification available for things like appliance rebates, insulation and air sealing, heat pumps for space and water heating, and upgrades to smart electrical panels necessary to enable those retrofits.
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.
In Illinois, you may qualify for home electrification incentives through your electricity provider.
Solar Panels
Illinois Shines provides incentives for solar projects through the purchase of Renewable Energy Credits, or RECs, from distributed generation and community solar projects. You earn one REC for every megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity your solar panel system is expected to produce over 15 years. 2026 REC prices range from $55 to $180/MWh depending on system size and classification.
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Why Qmerit is the #1 EV Charger Installer in Illinois
With EV charger rebates and special TOU EV charging rate plans available from numerous utilities in Illinois, there’s never been a better time to make the switch to electric.
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.
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 770,000 EV charging stations across the U.S. and Canada.
Discover how Qmerit is paving the way forward for home EV charger installation, whole-home electrification, and commercial EV charging station installation. Contact us today to get a quote!