Electric Vehicles in
Montana
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Montana.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Montana 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 Montana offer in 2026?
As of 2026, Montana 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 $117 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 Montana?
NorthWestern Energy offers EV TOU rates Montana 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 Montana?
Montana 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. NorthWestern Energy offers EV TOU rates. The annual EV registration fee is $117 annual EV fee.
Does Montana have a right-to-charge law?
Montana 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 Montana?
The average electricity rate in Montana is $0.135/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $486 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1280 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Montana save an estimated $885 per year on fuel.
Compare Montana 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 Montana's bordering states stack up.
EV Ownership in Montana: What You Need to Know
Montana has approximately 6,000 registered EVs and charges a $117 annual EV registration fee. The state has no sales tax, reducing the upfront cost of EV purchases. Montana's charging network is expanding through NEVI funding, with a focus on connecting major corridors across the state.
With an average electricity rate of $0.135 per kWh and gas prices averaging $3.20 per gallon, EV owners in Montana can expect to save approximately $885 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 $5,310+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Montana currently has 500 public charging stations, including 120 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 6,000 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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