Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.Federal subsidies for electric vehicle buyers ended in September 2025 under President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The suspension of subsidies meant EVs became instantly more expensive after decades of rebates dating back to the first Obama administration. Politics aside, some states have continued to offer rebates for EV buyers, creating a market driven by asterisks and uncertainty. In an effort to clear that up, we put together every state offering an incentive for electric vehicles, including how much each state offers.A note on the included states: to meet the qualifications for our list, a state must offer a discount on the purchase of an EV to qualify. Some states still offer rebates for charging installation or for the act of charging through some utility companies.Washington DC: Up To $19,000 (Per Vehicle)The US Capitol is seen in Washington, DC, January 5, 2026SAUL LOEB / AFP via Getty ImagesSomewhat ironically, Washington, D.C., still offers incentives. A tax credit applies to half the costs of installing a charger at home, up to $1,000. DC's purchase program is incredibly strong. Eligible taxpayers may claim an income tax credit of 50% of the equipment and labor costs for a new EV, up to $19,000 per vehicle.Delaware: Up To $2,500Delaware offers rebates for new and used EVs and PHEVs. New EVs with an MSRP under $40K may qualify for up to $2,500, while new EVs with an MSRP from $40,000 to $50,000 can qualify for up to $1,500. New plug-in hybrids with an MSRP under $50,000 qualify for up to $1,000, while used battery-electric vehicles under $40,000 may qualify for up to $2,500, and eligible used plug-in hybrids under $40,000 may qualify for up to $1,000.Pennsylvania: Up To $4,000Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection offers Alternative Fuel Vehicle rebates for both new and used EVs. New EVs qualify for a $3,000 rebate, while plug-ins get half that, and electric motorcycles get a $500 rebate. Low-income residents may get up to $4,000 for an EV.Rhode Island: Up To $3,000Rhode Island’s DRIVE EV program offers $1,5000 in rebates for new EVs, regardless of whether they're purchased or leased. There's another $1,000 for a used EV, or $750 for a PHEV, too. Income eligibility determines whether or not residents qualify for another $1,500.Maryland: Up To $3,000Maryland's incentives come in the form of a tax credit for up to $3,000. MSRP cannot exceed $50,000, and another $700 rebate can be added if you install a home charger.Vermont: Up To $4,000The state's Drive Electric Vermont program offers a 25% incentive on the cost of a used high-efficiency vehicle to qualifying low- and moderate-income residents, up to $5,000. Meanwhile, a separate program provides up to $4,000 in incentives for those buying or leasing a new EV.Maine: Up To $8,000Bar Harbor,Maine USA May 16, 2016: Brake for moose road signMainers qualify for EV rebates of up to $8,000 for low-income residents buying a new EV or half that for used models. Meanwhile, moderate-income residents net $6,000, or half that for a used EV, while high-income residents do not qualify at all.Illinois: Up To $4,000The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) offers rebates to residents buying or leasing a new or used EV during an open application window. Buyers can get a $2,000 rebate for an EV, while low-income applicants are eligible for another $2,000. Illinois also offers up to $1,500 for electric motorcycles. There's an $80,000 price cap.Connecticut: Up To $9,500Connecticut is one of the few states to offer a traditional point-of-sale rebate. The state's CHEAPR program provides up to $4,250 for new EVs, while PHEVS and other fuel-cell vehicles may qualify for up to $9,500 when you stack incentives.New York: Up To $2,000GettyNew York's program is arguably the simplest. Residents have access to a flat rebate of up to $2,000 for the purchase or lease of a new EV. Would that all states were so straightforward.Massachusetts: Up To $3,500Massachusetts' MOR-EV program provides a standard $3,500 rebate, while income-qualified residents can also apply for a $3,500 rebate on used vehicles. Other incentives may be offered depending on your income and the vehicle's MSRP.Colorado: Up To $9,000Colorado, home of the Pike's Peak International Hill Climb, offers some of the best tax credits in the nation.AdvertisementAdvertisementColorado offers a baseline credit for qualifying vehicles of $750. Vehicles with an MSRP under $35,000 may qualify for an additional $2,500 credit. Like the old federal standards, the priciest EVs don't qualify on the assumption that those wealthy buyers don't qualify for financial assistance, and vehicles with an MSRP greater than $80,000 are not eligible. Colorado offers a vehicle exchange program that allows residents to trade in their old car for an EV, with a discount of up to $9,000, depending on their vehicle and income.California: Up To $7,500California is possibly the best state in the country to own an EV in. The state's litany of programs makes it hard to track what's available and when, with many changing frequently based on the availability of funding. Broadly, California offers a maximum of $7,500 in credits for the purchase or lease of a new EV, with some alternative or further state programs available depending on where in California you live. For example, the Community Housing Development Corp. (CHDC) partnered with the California Air Resources Board to offer up to $7,500 toward purchasing a new or used electric vehicle.This story was originally published by Autoblog on May 12, 2026, where it first appeared in the Electric section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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