Electric Vehicles in
Arizona
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Arizona.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Arizona does not have a statewide right-to-charge law, though some municipalities have adopted EV-ready building codes.
Landlord Incentives: Property owners may qualify for the federal Section 30C tax credit.
Charging Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
What EV incentives are available in Arizona?
Arizona EV buyers can access No state credit (Federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025). Used EV buyers may qualify for Federal used EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025. APS and SRP offer EV TOU rates; some utility rebates for home chargers. The annual EV registration fee is $110 annual EV fee.
Does Arizona have a right-to-charge law?
Arizona does not currently have a statewide right-to-charge law. Tenants and condo owners should check local ordinances and negotiate directly with landlords or HOA boards.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Arizona?
The average electricity rate in Arizona is $0.156/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $562 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1300 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Arizona save an estimated $831 per year on fuel.
EV Ownership in Arizona: What You Need to Know
Arizona is a growing EV market with abundant sunshine making it ideal for solar-powered EV charging. With approximately 95,000 registered EVs, the state offers favorable utility rates through APS and SRP time-of-use plans. Arizona charges a $110 annual EV registration fee but has no state-level purchase incentive.
With an average electricity rate of $0.156 per kWh and gas prices averaging $3.25 per gallon, EV owners in Arizona can expect to save approximately $831 per year on fuel compared to a traditional gasoline vehicle. These savings add up significantly over the typical ownership period of 5-7 years, potentially totaling $4,986+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Arizona currently has 4,200 public charging stations, including 900 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 95,000 registered electric vehicles, the state's charging infrastructure is expanding to meet growing demand. The federal NEVI program continues to fund new fast-charging corridors across the state, making long-distance EV travel increasingly practical.
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