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Montana EV Rebates and Incentives
In this guide, we explore Montana’s EV tax credits, rebates, and incentives, highlighting how these initiatives can help residents make the switch to electrified transportation.
Montana EV Rebates
Montana does not have any state-wide rebates or incentives for purchasing or leasing EVs.
Montana 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.
Montana EV Charger Tax Credits
Montana 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 tax credit, worth up to $100,000 per installed EV charging port and available until June 30, 2026.
Montana EV Charger Rebates from Utilities
There are no Montana utilities offering rebates on EV chargers at the moment. Contacting your local utility to express your interest in EV adoption could help.
EV Charging Rates in Montana
Compared to the other Mountain states, Montana has some low energy rates, with residents paying an average of $0.11 per kWh.
To further help EV owners reduce charging costs by encouraging off-peak charging, utilities in Arkansas 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.
Montana-Dakota Utilities
Montana-Dakota Utilities helps you save on EV charging with an optional time-of-use plan. If you sign up, you’ll pay $0.06 per kWh during off-peak hours, which last from 8 p.m. until 12 p.m. the next day. From 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., the on-peak rate is in effect, and you’ll pay $0.07 per kWh between May and October or $0.10 per kWh between June and September.
Northwestern Energy
The largest electricity provider in Montana has a pilot time-of-use program available to its customers in Helena, MT.
If you sign up, you’ll save by switching your EV charging to off-peak or middle periods. Off-peak pricing is only in effect from January through December between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m.
The middle period applies from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 12 a.m. between January and December. Between April and September, you’ll get that middle rate from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and again from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. From January to March and October to December, the middle period starts at 1 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m.
On-peak prices apply outside of off-peak and middle periods.
Your TOU rate is half the standard rate during off-peak periods, 80% during the middle period, and 150% during on-peak hours. With the standard rate currently being $0.15 per kWh, you’ll pay $0.07, $0.12, or $0.22 per kWh during these respective periods.
Powder River Energy Corp
The Powder River Energy Corporation has an optional time-of-use plan that allows you to charge your EV for as little as $0.06 per kWh. This rate is in effect between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and again from 9 p.m. to 5 p.m. from October through May. Between June and September, you’ll pay this low rate between 9 p.m. and 10 a.m. the next day.
Outside of these hours, you’ll pay the on-peak rate of $0.10 per kWh. Note that time-of-use pricing stops between June and August, when you’ll pay $0.09 per kWh for all usage.
Public EV Charging Stations in Montana
Montana’s EV charging infrastructure is growing thanks to NEVI funding and local and private efforts. For instance, the city of Missoula could build 17 DC Fast charging locations.
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Montana?
As of October 2025, Montana has more than 140 public EV charging stations including nearly 100 Level 2 and 53 DC fast stations. There are 20 Tesla Supercharger stations and 152 Tesla Supercharger ports in Montana.
How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Montana?
The cost of charging depends on the type of station and provider.
For instance, charging on the Montana State University campus costs $3 an hour, while the EV charging station at Kiowa Frontier Yurts and Cabins in Browning, MT, costs $4 an hour.
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 Montana?
You can charge for free at the two EV charging stations available at Glacier National Park, as long as you don’t park for more than two hours. The Yellowstone National Park also has several free charging options if you’re near the border with Wyoming.
Where Are Public EV Charging Stations Located in Montana?
You’ll find charging options throughout the state, but charging is easier in large cities, state parks, and near highways. Places like Helena, Missoula, Billings, Kalispell, or Bozeman have more charging options.
Visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center Map of EV Charging Station Locations in Montana, 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 Montana
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.
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Why Qmerit is the Most Trusted EV Charger Installer in Montana
With the savings available from time-of-use plans, Montana’s low electricity rates, and federal tax credits, alongside the rapidly growing rate of EV adoption, there’s never been a better time to make the switch to electrification.
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 770,000 EV charging stations across the U.S. and Canada.
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