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Iowa EV Rebates
As of February 2026, Iowa does not currently offer a state-level EV rebate.
Iowa EV Charger Rebates and Tax Credits
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.
Iowa EV Charger Tax Credits
Iowa 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.
One utility in Iowa offers EV charger rebate programs:
Black Hills Energy EV Charger Rebates
Black Hills Energy serves 1.2 million customers over eight states, including Iowa. You can claim an Iowa EV rebate as part of the utility’s Ready EV incentive.
Residential Incentives
Black Hills Energy will give you a $500 rebate toward a Level 2 charger.
You’ll need to show a receipt for your charger. Note that you can only claim the rebate on a new charger, and you’ll have 45 days from the date of the receipt to do so.
It’s a first-come, first-served rebate valid until the end of 2025 or until the utility runs out of funds.
Non-Residential Incentives
Black Hills Energy doesn’t have EV charging station rebates for businesses.
EV Charging Rates in Iowa
To further help EV owners reduce charging costs by encouraging off-peak charging, utilities in Iowa offer time-of-use (TOU) electricity rates designed to lower the cost of charging EVs.
These TOU plans incentivize vehicle charging during off-peak hours, making EV ownership more affordable.
Mid-American Energy EV Charging Rates
Headquartered in Des Moines, MidAmerican Energy Company is one of the major electric utilities in Iowa.
MidAmerican Energy Company can help you save big on EV charging. All you have to do is sign up for an optional time-of-use rate.
If you enroll, you’ll only pay $0.06 per kWh between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Your rate will go up to $0.07 per kWh outside of these hours in the winter. In the summer, you’ll pay $0.20 per kWh during on-peak hours from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Outside of these hours, you’ll pay $0.09 per kWh.
Public EV Charging Stations in Iowa
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Iowa?
As of October 2025, Iowa has more than 460 public EV charging stations including over 300 Level 2 and 143 DC fast charging stations.
There are 19 Tesla Supercharger stations and 158 Tesla Supercharger ports in Iowa.
How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Iowa?
It depends on where you charge since networks determine pricing. For instance, the city of Dubuque recently raised its charging prices to $0.25 per kWh, while the Level 2 stations available on the University of Iowa campus cost $0.16 per kWh.
Be sure to read our article discussing the Cost of Charging an EV at Home vs. Public Charging.
Are There Free EV Charging Stations in Iowa?
Yes, free charging options are available throughout the state. Several Hy-Vee locations offer free charging, including the one on State Street in Ankeny and the one on Army Post Road in Des Moines.
Where Are Public EV Charging Stations Located in Iowa?
You’ll find more charging options in major cities such as Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, or Iowa City.
Visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center Map of EV Charging Station Locations in Iowa, 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 Iowa
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.
See how much you could save with solar in 2026
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Why Qmerit is the #1 EV Charger Installer in Iowa
With several Iowa utilities helping you save hundreds on a Level 2 charger installation for your home and optional time-of-use plans being available, alongside the rapidly growing rate of EV adoption, there’s never been a better time to make the switch to electrification.
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!