Electric Vehicles in
Mississippi
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Mississippi.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Mississippi 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 incentives are available in Mississippi?
Mississippi 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. Limited utility incentives; federal 30C credit available. The annual EV registration fee is $150 annual EV fee.
Does Mississippi have a right-to-charge law?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
The average electricity rate in Mississippi is $0.142/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $511 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1080 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Mississippi save an estimated $646 per year on fuel.
EV Ownership in Mississippi: What You Need to Know
Mississippi has approximately 5,000 registered EVs and charges a $150 annual EV registration fee. The state offers no purchase incentives and is expanding its charging network through NEVI corridor funding along I-20 and I-55. Low electricity rates make home charging affordable, which helps now that the federal Clean Vehicle Credit has ended.
With an average electricity rate of $0.142 per kWh and gas prices averaging $2.70 per gallon, EV owners in Mississippi can expect to save approximately $646 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 $3,876+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Mississippi currently has 500 public charging stations, including 140 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 5,000 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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