A Comprehensive Guide To Connecticut EV Rebates, Incentives & Tax Credits

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.

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.

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.

Does Connecticut Have A EV Charger Tax Credit?

No, as of July 2026, Connecticut does not have a state-wide tax credit for EV chargers, and two federal programs, the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit and the 30C commercial charging tax credit, both expired on June 30th, 2026.

Does Connecticut Have EV Charger Rebates?

Yes, 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:

Jewett City Department of Public Utilities EV Charger Rebates

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 EV Charger Rebates

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 EV Charger Rebates

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 EV Charger Rebates

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.

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.

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 2026, 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 mid 2026, Connecticut has over 1,500 public EV charging stations including over 1,300 Level 2 and 188 DC Fast stations. There are 41 Tesla Supercharger stations and 452 Tesla Supercharger ports in Connecticut.

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?

It costs an average of $0.402 per kWh to charge an electric car at a public EV charging station in Connecticut. Pricing varies from one charging network to another, and charging levels can also impact 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.

Be sure to read our article discussing the Cost of EV Charging at Home vs. in Public.

Are There Free Electric Car Charging Stations in Connecticut?

Yes, you can find free EV charging stations in Connecticut including the town of West Hartford with four free EV charging stations, and free EV charging at Park New Haven parking facilities.

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).

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. 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.

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.

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