Electric Vehicles in
Utah
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Utah.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Utah does not currently have a right-to-charge law.
Landlord Incentives: Rocky Mountain Power offers EV charging incentives. Property owners may also qualify for the federal Section 30C credit.
Charging Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
What EV incentives are available in Utah?
Utah 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. Rocky Mountain Power offers EV TOU rates and charger rebates. The annual EV registration fee is $120 annual EV fee (increasing annually).
Does Utah have a right-to-charge law?
Utah 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 Utah?
The average electricity rate in Utah is $0.129/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $464 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1300 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Utah save an estimated $928 per year on fuel.
EV Ownership in Utah: What You Need to Know
Utah has approximately 32,000 registered EVs and offers some of the best fuel savings in the nation thanks to low electricity rates. Rocky Mountain Power provides EV time-of-use rates and charger rebates. The state charges a $120 annual EV fee that increases annually.
With an average electricity rate of $0.129 per kWh and gas prices averaging $3.25 per gallon, EV owners in Utah can expect to save approximately $928 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 $5,568+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Utah currently has 1,800 public charging stations, including 400 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 32,000 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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