Electric Vehicles in
Indiana
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Indiana.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Indiana does not currently have a right-to-charge law.
Landlord Incentives: Property owners may qualify for the federal Section 30C tax credit.
Charging Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
What EV rebates does Indiana offer in 2026?
As of 2026, Indiana new-EV buyers can access: No state credit (Federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025). Used EV buyers: Federal used EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025. The annual EV registration fee is $150 annual EV fee. The federal Clean Vehicle Credit (§30D) and Used EV Credit (§25E) both expired September 30, 2025 under the OBBBA.
Are there rebates for installing a home EV charger in Indiana?
Indiana Michigan Power and Duke Energy offer EV programs Indiana EV owners can also claim the federal 30C Alternative Fuel Refueling Property Credit — 30% of installation cost up to $1,000 for residential chargers — if their home is in an eligible census tract and the charger is placed in service before June 30, 2026 (the OBBBA-accelerated sunset date).
What EV incentives are available in Indiana?
Indiana 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. Indiana Michigan Power and Duke Energy offer EV programs. The annual EV registration fee is $150 annual EV fee.
Does Indiana have a right-to-charge law?
Indiana 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 Indiana?
The average electricity rate in Indiana is $0.179/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $644 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1240 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Indiana save an estimated $684 per year on fuel.
Compare Indiana to Neighboring States
EV incentives, fees, and sales-tax treatment vary sharply across state lines — sometimes by hundreds of dollars a year for the same car. See how Indiana's bordering states stack up.
EV Ownership in Indiana: What You Need to Know
Indiana has approximately 28,000 registered EVs and charges a $150 annual EV registration fee. The state does not offer a purchase incentive, and the federal Clean Vehicle Credit ended September 30, 2025. Indiana's central location and growing interstate fast-charging corridors support EV road trips through the Midwest.
With an average electricity rate of $0.179 per kWh and gas prices averaging $3.10 per gallon, EV owners in Indiana can expect to save approximately $684 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 $4,104+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Indiana currently has 1,800 public charging stations, including 450 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 28,000 registered electric vehicles, the state's charging infrastructure provides good coverage. 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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