Unlocking Arizona's EV Rebates & Charging Incentives

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Arizona Electric Vehicle Incentives, Rebates, and Tax Credits

Arizona EV Charger Rebates & Tax Credits

EV Charging Rates in Arizona

Arizona is embracing the electric vehicle revolution, offering a range of enticing incentives to encourage drivers to make the shift to greener transportation. With its abundant sunshine and growing commitment to sustainability, Arizona is not only making EVs more accessible but also ensuring that the transition to electric driving is affordable. From rebates on EV purchases to incentives for home charging stations, the state is providing residents with financial incentives designed to reduce costs and boost adoption of electric vehicles. In this blog, we’ll explore the various rebates, tax credits, and charging incentives available in Arizona, and how you can take advantage of these programs to save money while contributing to a cleaner, greener future.

 

Arizona Electric Vehicle Incentives, Rebates, and Tax Credits

 

 

As of 2024, while the state of Arizona may not offer direct incentives for buying an EV, such as tax credits or rebates, EV drivers can still take advantage of several valuable perks.

 

Electric drivers can save time thanks to a statewide HOV lane exemption and skip the hassle of the state’s annual emission testing requirements—a great bonus for those who want a smoother driving experience while contributing to a cleaner environment.

 

Additionally, residents can take advantage of federal savings and any local city or dealership incentives for driving an EV.

 

Arizona EV Charger Rebates & Tax Credits

 

 

One of the best ways to save on an EV charger installation in Arizona is through your local utility. Several of Arizona’s utility providers offer ways to save on purchasing and installing a Level 2 charger to power your EV, which can be paired with federal savings for an even greater discount.

 

Additionally, the cost of charging an EV is significantly lower than fueling an internal combustion engine, making EV charging a great option for drivers in the state.

 

EV Charger Rebates from Arizona Utilities

Four utilities in Arizona currently offer charger rebates and other incentives to help residents of the state save on electrification.

 

Arizona Public Service EV Charging Incentives

Arizona Public Service is the largest electricity provider in the state, with 1.4 million customers. These customers can qualify for an initial incentive of $25 and a monthly bill credit of $5 if they join the utility’s SmartCharge program. This program will collect data regarding EV charging habits within the utility’s service territory.

 

Salt River Project (SRP) EV Charging Incentives

Residential customers of the Salt River Project can qualify for a $250 rebate on a Level 2 EV charger purchased through the SRP marketplace.

 

Commercial customers can receive rebates of up to $2,500 per Level 2 charging port installed at a business location while government buildings, multifamily properties, nonprofits, and schools can get up to $4,000 per port to save on commercial EV charger installation.

 

The utility also offers up to $20,000 for locations installing one to four DC Fast charging stations for businesses and $25,000 for government, multifamily, nonprofit, and school customers. Additional funding of up to $1,000 is available for commercial properties located in disadvantaged communities.

 

Along with EV chargers, businesses can also receive rebates on electric forklifts, scrubbers, pallet jacks, boom lifts, and more.

 

Tuscon Electric Power EV Charging Incentives

Tucson Electric Power offers a rebate of up to $500 on a connected residential Level 2 EV charger, covering up to 75% of the purchase price. After buying your charger, you can submit a form for reimbursement or get an instant rebate by purchasing through the utility’s marketplace. Additionally, if you’re building a new home, the utility will offer you $100 for pre-wiring your home for EV charging. Note that you won’t qualify for this incentive if your new home is located in a jurisdiction with an EV charging ordinance.

 

If you’re a commercial entity getting your electricity through Tucson Electric Power, you can apply for their commercial EV charging rebate program and receive up to $4,000 on a Level 2 workplace charger, with a cap on reimbursement covering up to 75% of the project’s cost. Multifamily EV charging projects and nonprofit Level 2 EV charging projects can receive up to $5,400 per port, and all DC Fast charging projects can get up to $20,500. There is also additional funding available for properties located in a disadvantaged community.

 

UniSource Energy Service EV Charging Incentives

UniSource Energy Service (UES) offers a $500 rebate to help residents save on buying a Level 2 EV charger, covering up to 75% of the purchase price.

 

Commercial customers can qualify for additional rebates through the utility’s Smart EV Charging Program. This program offers $1,200 rebates for Level 2 chargers for workplaces and multifamily locations, along with up to $12,000 per DC Fast charger. For public transit charging projects, the utility provides up to $40,000 for DC Fast chargers.

 

Additional funding is also available for EV charger installations in disadvantaged communities.

 

EV Charging Rates in Arizona

 

 

Arizona is the ninth state in terms of EV adoption, with over 84,000 registered electric vehicles—a testament to the state’s growing support of clean transportation.

 

EV owners benefit from the state’s low electric rates, and with 11 utilities also offering time-of-use billing options, drivers can further maximize their savings while also enjoying the perks of electrification.

 

Arizona Public Service (APS)

APS offers a time-of-use plan with a demand rate that allows you to charge for as little as $0.05943 per kWh in the summer and $0.03495 per kWh in the winter during “super off-peak” hours. The demand charge is based on utilization during your busiest hour, making this program ideal if you can stagger your energy usage throughout the day.

 

You can also opt for a time-of-use program without a demand charge. The off-peak rate is slightly higher, but this program is a more flexible option if you’re unable to stagger your energy usage. You’ll pay $0.12345 per kWh during off-peak hours in the summer and $0.03495 per kWh in the winter during super off-peak hours.

 

Commercial customers can also qualify for time-of-use plans with rates based on utilization, helping customers save on electric fleet charging.

 

City of Mesa

The City of Mesa offers a time-of-use rate plan to those who own or lease an EV. You’ll save the most by shifting your electricity usage to 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. due to the utility’s super off-peak rate, and you can also get a discounted off-peak rate outside of 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the summer and outside of 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the winter for weekdays.

 

Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative

The utility’s time-of-use plan includes an off-peak rate of $0.05778 per kWh from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m. the next day in the summer. In the winter, you’ll pay $0.05778 per kWh if you charge outside of 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

 

Garkane Power Association

Garkane Power Association offers a time-of-use plan called Half-Price Power, where you’ll pay $0.117 per on-peak kWh during on-peak hours—from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the winter and 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the summer—and benefit from a discounted rate of $0.0558 per kWh outside of these peak periods.

 

Mohave Electric Cooperative

You can save by paying $0.18 per kWh during on-peak hours and only $0.03 per kWh during off-peak hours for your first 400 kWh per month. On-peak hours last from 12 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on weekdays in the summer, and from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the winter.

 

Navopache Electric Co-Op

The Navopache Electric Co-Op can help you save on EV charging with its time-of-use program. In the winter, you’ll pay $0.15635 per kWh during on-peak hours from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., while your off-peak rate will be $.0.5584 per kWh. In the summer, you’ll pay $0.15635 per kWh during on-peak hours between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. and $0.05584 per kWh outside these hours.

 

Salt River Project

The Salt River Project’s EV charging plan can help you save 8.6% on your energy bills according to the utility. You’ll pay $0.0769 per kWh from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. in the winter and $0.0787 per kWh in the summer.

 

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Co-Op

The utility’s time-of-use plan allows you to save on EV charging with an off-peak rate of $0.0674 per kWh between 7 p.m. and 1 p.m. the next day in the summer and a rate of $0.0674 per kWh from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. in the winter. The utility’s on-peak rate throughout the year is $0.2041 per kWh.

 

Trico Electric Cooperative

The Trico Electric Cooperative offers two flexible time-of-use rates. The first one comes with a 45% discount on the first 400 kWh you use each month, during the off-peak hours from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. This means you’ll pay $0.065 per kWh by charging at night instead of the standard rate of $0.117 per kWh you’d pay outside of these off-peak hours.

 

The second option is an unlimited charging plan. The utility will install and own a Level 2 EV charger at your house, and you’ll have access to unlimited charging from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for a flat rate that starts at $64 per month. If you charge your EV outside of these hours, you’ll pay an additional $0.25 per kWh.

 

Tucson Electric Power

Tucson Electric Power also offers two time-of-use plans. The first option has a basic rate of $12 per month in addition to an energy charge per kWh that is dependent on whether you charge during off-peak or on-peak hours.

 

During the summer rates start at $0.1927 per kWh during on-peak hours and $0.1219 per kWh during off-peak hours. In the winter you can expect rates from $0.1333 per kWh during on-peak hours and $0.1248 per kWh during off-peak hours.

 

The utility also offers a time-of-use plan with a demand charge. Depending on your usage, you’ll pay a demand fee of $11.60 or $16.85 per month on top of the basic $12 fee. However, you’ll benefit from super off-peak rates of $0.019 per kWh from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. On-peak and off-peak rates will also be lower than the standard time-of-use plan.

 

UNS Electric Inc

UNS Electric Inc. offers three options for time-of-use plans to its residential customers. The most advantageous plan offers a super off-peak rate for EV owners. Summer rates vary between $0.14 per kWh during on-peak hours and $0.04 per kWh during super off-peak hours, while winter rates range from $0.03 to $0.12 per kWh for off-peak and on-peak hours, respectively. Super off-peak hours occur from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

 

If you can stagger your electricity usage, the utility’s demand-charge plan can be a very beneficial option. Instead of paying an energy charge ranging from $0.04 to $0.05 per kWh depending on usage, you’ll pay a flat fee of $6.82 for the first 7 kW you use during your busiest hour and $9.61 afterward.

 

You can also sign up for a standard time-of-use plan, which can be useful for reducing the cost of your overall electricity usage, including EV charging, however, the rates are slightly higher than the EV time-of-use plan, and you won’t benefit from the super off-peak rates.

 

Arizona’s commitment to clean energy and sustainable transportation is evident in its comprehensive set of EV rebates and charging incentives. Whether you’re a first-time EV buyer or looking to install a charging station at home, these incentives make it easier and more affordable to drive electric. With the state’s ongoing push for sustainability and reduced carbon emissions, taking advantage of Arizona’s programs will not only save you money but also help you play a key role in driving the future of transportation forward. Stay updated on new offerings and incentives to make the most of your EV investment and enjoy a cleaner, greener driving experience in the Grand Canyon State.