Section 30C Home EV Charger Tax Credit Calculator — 2026
Check your eligibility, estimate your credit up to $1,000, and get the paperwork right — before the June 30, 2026 deadline.
The Section 30C Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit lets homeowners in eligible census tracts claim 30% of the cost of a home EV charger and installation, up to $1,000. The credit expires on June 30, 2026 — chargers placed in service after that date no longer qualify. Use this calculator to check eligibility by ZIP code, estimate your credit amount, and see what paperwork you need to file with IRS Form 8911.
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How the Section 30C Credit Is Calculated
The credit equals 30% of your total qualified costs — equipment purchase price plus installation labor and permits — with a maximum credit of $1,000 for residential properties. If your total cost is $3,500 or more, you receive the full $1,000. If your costs are lower, multiply the total by 0.30.
credit = min((equipment_cost + installation_cost) × 0.30, $1,000)
Worked examples
| Total cost | Calculation | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| $1,500 | $1,500 × 30% | $450 |
| $2,500 | $2,500 × 30% | $750 |
| $4,000 | $4,000 × 30% = $1,200 → capped | $1,000 |
Frequently asked questions
Homeowners (not renters) who install a qualified EV charging station at their primary or secondary residence located in an eligible census tract qualify. The IRS defines eligible tracts as low-income census tracts or non-urban census tracts under the 2020 census. Use the ZIP code lookup in the calculator above to check your specific address.
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Tax rules change. This calculator reflects federal law as of April 2026. Verify eligibility with a tax professional or IRS.gov before making financial decisions.
Reflects federal law as of April 27, 2026.
Sources: IRS — Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (Form 8911), IRS — Clean Vehicle Tax Credits, Public Law 119-21 (OBBBA), DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center