Texas EV Charger Tax Credit 2026: Federal Section 30C + State Incentives
How to combine the federal Section 30C credit with Texas state and utility programs — and check your address eligibility before the June 30 deadline.
The Federal Section 30C Credit (Brief)
The Section 30C Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit refunds 30% of your home EV charger equipment and installation cost, up to $1,000. To qualify, the property must sit in an eligible census tract — IRS-defined low-income or non-urban tracts under the 2020 census — and the charger must be placed in service by June 30, 2026. Renters do not qualify. Read the full Section 30C guide for filing details, qualifying costs, and Form 8911 instructions.
Texas-Specific Incentives
Texas has no state income tax, so there is no separate state tax credit for home EV charger installation. However, Texas utility companies offer equipment rebates: Oncor customers may receive up to $250, and Austin Energy customers up to $1,500 depending on program availability. Check your utility’s EV charging page for current rebate status. The federal Section 30C credit applies regardless of state tax status — it reduces federal income tax liability.
Calculate Your Texas EV Charger Tax Credit
Use the free calculator below to check census-tract eligibility for your Texas ZIP code and estimate your total federal + state credit.
Open Section 30C CalculatorTexas Section 30C — Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Section 30C is a federal income tax credit and applies regardless of your state. Texas residents who pay federal income taxes can claim the credit on their federal return using Form 8911.
Related
Tax rules change. This page reflects federal and Texas state law as of April 2026. Verify eligibility with a tax professional or IRS.gov before making financial decisions. State and utility programs change frequently — check the linked program pages for current availability.
Reflects federal law as of April 27, 2026.
Sources: IRS — About Form 8911, DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center