PG&E Rebates for Residential EV Chargers
Last updated: August 06, 2026
One of the biggest hurdles new electric car buyers face is how they will they top up their electric car between drives. While California ranks #1 in the US for the number of publicly available EV Chargers, the convenience of being able to charge your electric car at home is hard to beat. These chargers can cost quite a bit though.
Luckily, across the US, there are rebates, grants, and incentives that might be available to help reduce your overall cost for installing an EV charger in your home.
Does PG&E offer rebates for installing an EV Charger at my home?
Yes, PG&E has a rebate program that may provide an incentive if you install a charger for an electric vehicle in a residential application. The program is called "PGE V2X Program."
What type of EV chargers does the rebate cover?
The PG&E rebate program covers Level 2 EV chargers. A Level 2 EV charger lets you charge up your electric vehicle much around five times faster. These chargers use 240V, or the type of electrical outlet you see for an electric dryer or stovetop. They add between 12 and 60 miles to your battery each hour.
Learn more about the types of EV Chargers
How much is the PG&E rebate for EV charger installation?
The PGE V2X Program offers a rebate of $0 - $3,000 per charger. They will not pay more than the total cost (material and labor) to install the charger. There are 5 different rebates that may apply.
Limit 1 rebate per household.
$2,000 per charger. Must use a contractor from the Trade Ally Network. The rebate will paid to the contractor who will deduct from upfront cost. To be eligible, customer must meet one of the following: Make less than 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for county and household size; participated in the Rebate Plus option of the Pre-Owned EV Rebate Program within the last 12 months; Be enrolled in a qualified public assistance program. Customers are also eligible for a panel upgrade up to $5,000. Limit 1 rebate per household.
$2,500 per site. Income-eligible single-family households who have purchased or leased an EV within 6 months may be eligible for up to $2,500 in incentives. PG&E will provide one free Level 2 charge up to $500, and will also cover up to $2,000 for the installation of program supplied EV equipment and/or panel upgrades. Work must be done by program's electrician. Customers must verify that their income is within 400% of the federal poverty level.
$2,500 per charger. Upfront participation incentive. Participants are eligible to receive $100 per outage test event for which they complete the post outage survey within 10 days. Must install eligible bi-directional charger. Must have standard split-phase 240V electrical service. Enrollment in customer group A,5 Vehicle-Grid Integrations of the Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP) is required and offers additional incentives. An additional $1,500 may be available for the first 250 customers to enroll.
$3,000 per charger. Upfront participation incentive. Participants are eligible to receive $100 per outage test event for which they complete the post outage survey within 10 days. Must install eligible bi-directional charger. Must have standard split-phase 240V electrical service. Enrollment in customer group A,5 Vehicle-Grid Integrations of the Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP) is required and offers additional incentives. An additional $1,500 may be available for the first 250 customers to enroll.
| Rebate Name | Rebate Amount | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Option | 50% of the project cost |
| Program Link |
| Rebate Plus Option | $2,000 per charger Capped at 100% of the project cost |
| Program Link |
| Income-Eligible Residential Chargers | $2,500 per site Capped at 100% of the project cost |
| Program Link |
| V2X Residential | $2,500 per charger Capped at 0% of the |
| Program Link |
| V2X Residential - Disadvantaged Community | $3,000 per charger Capped at 0% of the |
| Program Link |
How much does an EV charger cost?
An EV charger can cost $300 - $1,000 depending on the specific model and features you want. Unless you have a spare 240-volt outlet, you'll also have to pay for professional installation from an electrician. The installation cost will vary for each home, but a good rule of thumb is that it costs at least at much as the charger.
What EV chargers qualify for this rebate?
Some of these programs will only provide rebates for specific make and models of chargers. Make sure to read all the program documentation before making any commitment to purchasing a charger.
Here are some chargers that may qualify:
Where can I learn more about the PG&E rebate for EV chargers?
You can learn all the details for PGE V2X Program at the link below.
Go to PG&E's WebsiteDo businesses qualify for this EV charger rebate?
Businesses, non-profits, and multi-family facilities are considered commercial accounts by many utilities. Commercial accounts have different rebate programs to use than residential accounts. Rebates4EVChargers only shows residential rebates.
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