Electric Vehicles in
Missouri
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Missouri.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Missouri 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 Missouri?
Missouri 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. Ameren Missouri and Evergy offer EV TOU rates. The annual EV registration fee is $75 annual EV fee.
Does Missouri have a right-to-charge law?
Missouri 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 Missouri?
The average electricity rate in Missouri is $0.118/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $425 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1140 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Missouri save an estimated $797 per year on fuel.
EV Ownership in Missouri: What You Need to Know
Missouri has about 28,000 registered EVs and charges a moderate $75 annual EV fee. The state does not offer purchase incentives but benefits from relatively low electricity rates. Ameren Missouri and Evergy offer EV time-of-use rates, and the charging network along I-70 and I-44 is expanding.
With an average electricity rate of $0.118 per kWh and gas prices averaging $2.85 per gallon, EV owners in Missouri can expect to save approximately $797 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 $4,782+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Missouri currently has 2,200 public charging stations, including 550 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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