A Comprehensive Guide To Iowa EV Rebates, Tax Credits and Incentives

As of mid 2026, Iowa does not currently offer a state-level EV rebate.

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 Iowa Have EV Charger Tax Credits?

No, as of July 2026, Iowa 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 30, 2026.

However. one utility in Iowa offers EV charger rebate programs:

Black Hills Energy EV Charger Rebates

Black Hills Energy offers 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 2026 or until the utility runs out of funds.

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.

How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Iowa?

As of mid 2026, Iowa has more than 1,200 public EV charging stations including over 700 Level 2 and 572 DC fast charging stations.

There are 20 Tesla Supercharger stations and 178 Tesla Supercharger ports in Iowa.

How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Iowa?

It costs an average of $0.338 per kWh to charge an electric car at a public EV charging station in Iowa. Pricing varies from one charging network to another, and charging levels can also impact charging costs.

• For example, 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).

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.

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.

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