Electric Vehicles in
Vermont
Incentives, charging infrastructure, right-to-charge laws, and savings data for EV owners in Vermont.
Incentives & Credits
Fuel Savings
Right-to-Charge Law
Vermont does not currently have a right-to-charge law, though the state actively promotes EV adoption.
Landlord Incentives: Vermont offers incentives through Drive Electric Vermont. Property owners may also qualify for the federal Section 30C credit.
Charging Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
What EV rebates does Vermont offer in 2026?
As of 2026, Vermont new-EV buyers can access: VTrans Incentive: $5,000 new EV (low/moderate-income, MSRP ≤$52,500, range ≥30 mi). ACTIVE first-come first-served. Burlington Electric stacks $5,000 new / $1,300 used through Dec 31, 2026.. Used EV buyers: Federal used EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025. The annual EV registration fee is $0 (no additional 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 Vermont?
Green Mountain Power and other utilities offer EV programs and charger rebates Vermont 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 Vermont?
Vermont EV buyers can access VTrans Incentive: $5,000 new EV (low/moderate-income, MSRP ≤$52,500, range ≥30 mi). ACTIVE first-come first-served. Burlington Electric stacks $5,000 new / $1,300 used through Dec 31, 2026.. Used EV buyers may qualify for Federal used EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025. Green Mountain Power and other utilities offer EV programs and charger rebates. The annual EV registration fee is $0 (no additional EV fee).
Does Vermont have a right-to-charge law?
Vermont 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 Vermont?
The average electricity rate in Vermont is $0.241/kWh. For a typical EV using 30 kWh per 100 miles, this works out to about $868 per year to drive 12,000 miles on electricity, compared to approximately $1320 per year on gasoline. EV owners in Vermont save an estimated $547 per year on fuel.
Compare Vermont 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 Vermont's bordering states stack up.
EV Ownership in Vermont: What You Need to Know
Vermont offers generous EV incentives through programs like Replace Your Ride, with up to $5,000 for new EVs and $3,000 for used EVs. The state charges no additional EV registration fee. Green Mountain Power and other utilities provide EV programs. Vermont has one of the highest per-capita EV adoption rates.
With an average electricity rate of $0.241 per kWh and gas prices averaging $3.30 per gallon, EV owners in Vermont can expect to save approximately $547 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 $3,282+ in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
Vermont currently has 600 public charging stations, including 120 DC fast chargers for quick highway stops. With 10,000 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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