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

Vermont is actually one of the best EV‑incentive states in the Northeast because it offers stackable, statewide, income‑aware incentives delivered through utilities and state‑supported programs like Efficiency Vermont and Drive Electric Vermont, which together provide some of the highest combined savings for EV purchases and home charging in the region.

In addition, Vermont supports free or heavily subsidized Level 2 chargers, strong time‑of‑use rates, and robust commercial and multifamily charging funding through programs such as Charge Vermont, making EV ownership and infrastructure unusually accessible across the state

Does Vermont have an EV rebate?

Vermont does not offer a single statewide EV rebate, but residents can access generous state‑supported EV incentives through utilities and partner programs.

Barton Village Electric Department EV Rebate

When you purchase a new EV, Barton Village offers a $1,250 rebate. You can also get $500 back on a new PHEV or used EV, and $250 for a used PHEV through Vermont’s EV rebate program. Plus, if you meet certain income requirements, you could receive an additional $400 in savings. Participating dealerships can apply these rebates directly when you buy your EV or PHEV.

Burlington Electric Department EV Rebate

The Burlington Electric Department will give you a $5,000 rebate toward a new EV, and $2,000 for a new PHEV. Used EVs and PHEVs are eligible for $1,300 rebates.  Residents may qualify for additional income-based rebates depending on household income.

High Mileage Driver Rebates

For those who drive more than 17,600 miles a year, the Burlington Electric Department offers a $6,200 rebate toward a new EV, up to $6,700, based on your income. If you opt for a used EV, you can get up to $3,300 based on your income. You can claim this high-mileage Vermont EV rebate for personal use or if you drive for a food delivery or ride-hailing service.

Enosburg Falls Water & Light Department EV Rebate

This municipal utility participates in VPPSA’s program and offers $1,250 toward a new EV, $500 toward a new PHEV or used EV, or $250 toward a used PHEV. If you meet income requirements, you can add $400 to these EV rebates.

Green Mountain Power EV Rebate

Green Mountain Power offers EV purchase incentives and charging programs that vary by vehicle type, income eligibility, and program availability.

All Electric Vehicle Rebates

• New Purchase – $1,500
• New Lease – $1,000
• Used Purchase or Lease – $1,000

Plug In Hybrid Vehicle Rebates

• New Purchase – $1,000
• New Lease – $750
• Used Purchase or Lease – $750

Income-based Bonus Rebate

If you’re income eligible and are buying/leasing a new or used all electric vehicle, you can get an extra $1,000 rebate – bringing your savings to a maximum of $2,500.

Hardwick Electric Department EV Rebate

Under VSPPA’s program, Hardwick offers a $1,250 rebate for new EVs, $500 for new PHEVs and used EVs, and $250 for used PHEVs. There is an additional $400 you can claim if you meet some income requirements.

Village of Jacksonville Electric Department EV Rebate

Jacksonville is another municipal utility participating in VSPPA’s program, which means you can get $1,250 toward a new EV, $500 toward a used EV, $500 toward new PHEV, and $250 for used PHEV. Depending on your income, you might be able to add $400 to these rebates.

Village of Johnson Electric Department EV Rebate

As a Johnson resident, you can qualify for a $1,250 rebate toward a new EV. You can claim a $500 rebate toward a used EV or new PHEV or get $250 to help pay for a used PHEV. If you meet some income requirements, you’ll get an additional $400 on an EV or PHEV.

Ludlow Electric Light Department EV Rebate

As a Ludlow electric customer, you can get $1,250 for a new EV, $500 for a used EV or new PHEV, or $250 for a used PHEV. There is an additional $400 available based on your income.

Lyndonville Electric Department EV Rebate

Lyndonville will give you a $1,250 rebate toward a new EV. You can also claim a $500 rebate to help pay for a used EV or new PHEV. A used PHEV will qualify for a $250 rebate, and you might qualify for another $400, depending on your income.

Village of Morrisville Water & Light Department EV Rebate

This municipal utility has a $1,250 rebate available to help you pay for a new EV. There is a $500 rebate toward used EVs and new PHEVs and a $250 cash rebate toward used PHEVs. Depending on your income, you might qualify for an additional $400.

Village of Northfield Electric Department EV Rebate

Thanks to VSPPA’s program, this utility offers a $1,250 rebate toward new EVs, a $500 rebate toward used EVs and new PHEVs, and a $250 rebate toward used PHEVs. If you meet some income requirements, you might qualify for another $400.

Village of Orleans EV Rebate

The Village of Orleans participates in VSPPA’s program, which means you can claim a $1,250 rebate if you buy a new EV. If you get a used EV or new PHEV, you can qualify for a $500 rebate. There is a $250 rebate available toward used PHEVs and an additional $400 you could claim based on your income.

Stowe Electric Department EV Rebate

As a Stowe resident, you can get a rebate of $700 for a new EV as long as the MSRP is under $40,000. If you spend more on your EV, you can still claim a $500 rebate.

Used EVs and PHEVs qualify for a $350 rebate, while new PHEVs are eligible for a $500 rebate.

If you meet the utility’s income requirements, you can claim a $1,250 rebate instead, whether you get a new or used vehicle.

Swanton Village Electric Department EV Rebate

This municipal utility will help you save $1,250 on a new EV, $500 on a used EV or new PHEV, and $250 on a used PHEV. If you meet certain income requirements, you can add $400 to these financial incentives.

Vermont Electric Cooperative EV Rebate

Claim a $500 rebate toward an EV, or get $250 to help pay for a PHEV. Moderate-income customers can get an additional $500. These rebates are valid whether you purchase or lease your new or used EV.

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.

Do Vermont utilities offer EV charger rebates?

Yes, many Vermont utilities and cooperatives offer rebates for installing Level 2 home EV chargers, with incentives typically ranging from $250 to $900 depending on the provider.

Even higher rebates may be available for non-residential EV charging projects.

Barton Village Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

Barton Village offers a $950 incentive to help businesses install workplace and business EV chargers.

Burlington Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

You can get up to $900 to install a Level 2 charger in your home as a Burlington Electric customer.

Businesses can claim a $2,500 EV incentive to help pay for a commercial EV charger, while multifamily properties can qualify for a $1,000 rebate.

Green Mountain Power EV Charger Rebate

Green Mountain Power will send you a free EV charger if you enroll in one of the utility’s discounted EV rates. This offer is valid for a home you own or rent as long as you can get your landlord’s approval.

Remember that you’ll need to hire a qualified EV installer to set up your free charger.

Hardwick Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

Hardwick Electric business customers may qualify for a $950 rebate toward a public or workplace charger.

Village of Jacksonville Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

If your business get it’s power from Jacksonville Electric, you can claim a $950 rebate to help pay for an EV charger.

Village of Johnson Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

Johnson Electric customers can upgrade your place of business with an EV charger by taking advantage of this municipal utility’s $950 rebate.

Ludlow Electric Light Department EV Charger Rebate

Ludlow offers a $950 rebate that businesses can apply toward an EV charger for public or workplace use.

Lyndonville Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

Lyndonville business owners can use a $950 rebate to help pay for an EV charger.

Village of Morrisville Water & Light Department EV Charger Rebate

There is a $950 EV charger rebate available to Morrisville Water & Light business customers interested in public and workplace charging.

Village of Northfield Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

Businesses can claim a $950 rebate and use it to install an EV charger for public or workplace charging.

Village of Orleans EV Charger Rebate

If your business gets its electricity from this municipal utility, you can qualify for a $950 rebate.

Swanton Village Electric Department EV Charger Rebate

A $950 rebate is available to help pay for an EV charger your business will use for public or workplace charging withing Swanton Village Electric service territory.

Vermont Electric Cooperative EV Charger Rebate

The Vermont Electric Cooperative will give you $250 toward an at-home Level 2 charger. If you own a business, a multifamily property, or a public facility, you can get $500 toward your EV charging project.

Vermont EV Charger Tax Credits

Vermont 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.

Charge Vermont EV Charger Rebates for Businesses

Charge Vermont can help your workplace or multifamily location get a Level 2 or DC Fast charger, including funding most or all of the project and helping with technical assistance. The program accepts applications through August 1, 2026, while funds last.

To further help EV owners reduce charging costs by encouraging off-peak charging, utilities in Vermont 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.

Burlington Electric Department

The Burlington Electric Department will discount your EV charging rate to $0.09 per kWh if you only charge your EV between 10 p.m. and 12 p.m. the next day. If you charge outside of these hours, you’ll pay the standard rate.

The utility also has a flexible load plan. If you enroll, you’ll get this same discounted rate in exchange for letting the utility remotely turn off your EV charger during power-saving events.

Green Mountain Power

The largest utility in Vermont offers two EV charging rates and two time-of-use rates open to everyone.

The first general time-of-use rate comes with on-peak prices of $0.31 per kWh and off-peak rates of $0.13 per kWh. On-peak hours last from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

You can also enroll in a seasonal time-of-use rate for the whole home where you’ll pay $0.31 per kWh during on-peak hours and $0.13 per kWh outside of these hours. On-peak hours last from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the summer. In the winter, there are two on-peak periods, lasting from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

If you’d rather use a separate meter for your EV charging and keep the rest of your energy usage at a standard rate, you can enroll in the utility’s EV time-of-use plan where you’ll pay $0.15 per kWh to charge your EV, except from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., when the rate will increase to $0.19 per kWh.

Lastly, Green Mountain Power offers a special EV rate with interruptible service. You’ll pay a base rate of $0.15 per kWh to charge your EV via a separate meter. Five to ten times a month, the utility will call Peak events and restrict you from charging. If you choose to override a Peak event, you’ll pay $0.81 per kWh to charge your EV.

Vermont Electric Cooperative

The Vermont Electric Cooperative’s optional time-of-use plan allows you to pay $0.18 per off-peak kWh from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. During the day, a rate of $0.25 per kWh will apply.

The utility also has a pilot time-of-use program with mid-peak pricing. You’ll pay $0.15 per kWh from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., $0.22 per kWh between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., and $0.41 per kWh from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Vermont?

As of early 2026, Vermont has more than 500 public EV charging stations including over 450 Level 2 and 99 DC fast charging stations. There are 8 Tesla Supercharger stations and 78 Tesla Supercharger ports in Vermont.

The Ford BlueOval network is another great EV charging option, with more than 100 locations within just 10 miles of Burlington.

How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Vermont?

Public charging costs in Vermont vary by network, charger speed, and location. Most EV drivers pay about 30–45¢/kWh at public Level 2 chargers and roughly 50–65¢/kWh at DC fast chargers.

For instance, charging at the Barn convenience store on VT-66 in Randolph costs $0.54 per kWh, while charging at the VSECU Operations Center on Demeritt Place in Waterbury costs $1 an hour.

Be sure to read our article discussing the Cost of Charging an EV.

Are There Free EV Charging Stations in Vermont?

Vermont offers a few free EV charging stations, such as the West Hill House B&B in Warren, which provides complimentary charging for its guests.

Where Are Public EV Charging Stations Located in Vermont?

Vermont has plenty of charging options available, but it’s easiest to find EV charging stations in urban areas, such as Burlington, South Burlington, Colchester, or Rutland. You’ll also find numerous chargers along highways and at local hospitality businesses or car dealerships.

Visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center Map of EV Charging Station Locations in Vermont, 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 in addition to the U.S. federal government.

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With the savings available from Vermont utility rebates and optional time-of-use plans, 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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