Maryland’s own state tax credit is for electric vehicles, not chargers, so help with a home EV charger in Maryland comes mainly through rebate programs (the state EVSE rebate and utility rebates) rather than a state charger tax credit; separately, a federal tax credit for EV charging equipment may apply to qualifying installations. Because tax credits and rebates change, have funding limits, and depend on eligibility, you should confirm current programs with the official sources or a tax professional. Understanding the distinction helps Maryland EV owners find the right incentive.
Here is what to know about an EV charger tax credit in Maryland.
Tax credits and rebates change, have funding limits, and depend on eligibility, so always confirm current programs and your eligibility with the official sources or a qualified tax professional.
Maryland’s state credit is for vehicles, not chargers
It is important to distinguish two things. Maryland has had a state excise tax credit for electric vehicles, which applies to the purchase of a qualifying EV, not to a home charger. So Maryland’s own tax credit is a vehicle incentive. For the charger itself, Maryland’s help generally comes through rebate programs rather than a state tax credit, which is a key distinction when people ask about a “Maryland EV charger tax credit”.
Charger help in Maryland is mainly rebates
Rather than a state tax credit for chargers, Maryland offers help with EV charging equipment through rebates:
- The state EVSE rebate program (Maryland Energy Administration), offering rebates toward charging equipment, subject to annual funding
- Utility rebates, such as BGE’s and Pepco’s EVsmart charger rebates
These rebate programs are the main way to reduce the cost of a home charger in Maryland, as covered in our article on the Maryland EV charger rebate. Their amounts and availability change, so confirm current details.
The federal EV charger tax credit
Separately from Maryland’s programs, there is a federal tax credit for EV charging equipment (the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit) that has been available for qualifying home charger installations in eligible areas, subject to its own rules, limits, and eligibility (such as location-based eligibility). Because federal tax credits can change and have specific requirements, you should confirm the current federal charger credit, its availability, and your eligibility with the IRS or a qualified tax professional. Do not assume it applies without checking.
The state EV (vehicle) tax credit status
For completeness, Maryland’s state EV excise tax credit (for vehicles) is itself subject to funding that has run out and been renewed across fiscal years. At times its funding has been depleted, with applicants waitlisted pending new funding. So even the vehicle credit should be confirmed for current availability before relying on it. This is covered in our article on Maryland EV incentives. The key point here is that it is a vehicle credit, not a charger credit.
How to find the right incentive
To find the right incentive for your situation:
- For the charger, check the state EVSE rebate and your utility’s rebate, and ask a tax professional about the federal charger credit
- For the vehicle, check the Maryland state EV excise tax credit’s current status and the federal EV credit
- Confirm current availability and eligibility with the official sources, as programs change
- Keep documentation of purchases and installation.
A licensed electrician installs a qualifying charger, while you pursue the applicable rebates and credits.
Maryland’s own tax credit is for electric vehicles, not chargers, so help with a home EV charger in Maryland comes mainly through rebate programs (the state EVSE rebate and utility rebates) rather than a state charger tax credit. Separately, a federal tax credit for EV charging equipment may apply to qualifying installations in eligible areas, subject to its rules. Because these programs change and depend on eligibility, confirm current details with the official sources or a tax professional.
Stella Electric installs qualifying home EV chargers for homeowners across the Baltimore area and throughout Maryland, with flat-rate pricing and no overtime charges. If you want to install an EV charger, we can help. Financing is available on qualifying projects.
