Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Arkansas
6 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Arkansas. Every program links to its official page and the U.S. Department of Energy AFDC entry.
Updated November 2026 · AFDC data retrieved November 6, 2026
Arkansas EV rebates, tax credits and perks
The U.S. Department of Energy lists no current state or local purchase incentive for individual EV drivers in Arkansas as of November 6, 2026. Check utility programs below.
Arkansas home and community charging incentives
No current state-level charger incentive for residents is listed for Arkansas; many utilities below offer charger rebates.
Arkansas utility EV programs
6 utilities list residential EV programs; 5 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 2 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Energy | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Covington Electric System | municipal utility | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Entergy | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Liberty Utilities | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Memphis Light, Gas and Water | municipal utility | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) | investor-owned utility (IOU) | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
⚡ rates and fuel pricing · 🔌 charging equipment and installation · 🚗 vehicle rebates. AFDC lists program types; amounts, eligibility and waitlists are on the utility's own page — follow the link and confirm the program is open before you buy.
Arkansas EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee
CurrentLaws and RegulationsHEV and EV owners must pay an annual fee in addition to other registration fees. The fee is $200 for all-electric vehicles, $100 for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and $50 for HEVs. Fees contribute to the State Highway and Transportation Department Fund. After July 1, 2024, the fees will also go to the County Aid Fund, and the Municipal Aid Fund. Vehicles that are registered with a military service and veterans special license plate with permanent decal pursuant to Arkansas Code 27-24-201 are exempt from the annual fee. (Reference Arkansas Code 27-14-614 and 27-24-201)
AFDC entry · amended March 6, 2023 · AFDC updated April 2, 2019
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Arkansas.
Arkansas laws that affect EV owners
1 law or regulation (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Conversion Notification
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAny individual or company who converts a vehicle to operate on an alternative fuel must report the conversion to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) within 10 days of the conversion. An owner or operator who fails to report such a conversion may be subject to a penalty. For more information, including reporting forms, see the DFA website. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-56-315 and 26-62-214)
Recently ended Arkansas EV programs
2 programs ended in the last 3 years
Alternative Fuel Vehicle and Infrastructure Rebate Program
Ended (repealed 2025-03-12)State IncentivesThe Office of Energy, a division of the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, administers the Arkansas Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebate Program (Program), funded by the Alternative Motor Fuel Development Fund. The Program provides 50% of the incremental cost, up to $4,500, to purchase a qualified hydrogen fuel cell, natural gas, or propane vehicle, 50% of the conversion cost, up to $2,500, for converting a hydrogen fuel cell, natural gas, or propane vehicle, and 50% of the incremental cost, up to $2,500, to purchase a qualified plug-in electric vehicle.
Official program page: House Bill · AFDC entry · amended April 3, 2017 · AFDC updated March 6, 2019
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Grants
Ended (archived 2024-10-07)State IncentivesThe Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) offers rebates to government, private, and non-profit entities for the construction and installation costs of Level 2 EV charging stations. Funding is available in the following amounts: Access Applicant Type Maximum Rebate (One Port) Maximum Rebate (Two or More Ports) Public Government $6,850 $9,300 Public Non-Government $5,325 $7,225 Private Workplace $1,875 $3,375 Private Multi-Unit Dwelling $1,875 $3,375 Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first served basis.
Official program page: Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust · AFDC entry · amended July 1, 2023 · AFDC updated September 13, 2021
Arkansas programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
2 programs
Arkansas' National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) to submit an annually updated EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 to their FHWA Division Office, describing how the state intended to distribute NEVI funds and their physical and cybersecurity strategies, and including a Community Engagement Outcomes Report. The submitted plans must address updated NEVI Guidance. For more information about Arkansas' NEVI planning process, see the ARDOT DEPARTMENT Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
Medium- and Heavy-Duty Grant Programs
CurrentState IncentivesThe Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Office of Air Quality provides grants to protect air quality, including U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Diesel Emissions Reduction Act funding for projects that reduce emissions from medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Funding is available for projects that reduce diesel emissions by employing exhaust controls, engine upgrades, idling reduction technologies, engine replacements, or vehicle and equipment replacements. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the DEQ Grant Programs Improving Air Quality webpage and the What is Go RED webpage.
Official program page: Grant Programs Improving Air Quality · AFDC entry · AFDC updated May 12, 2023
Public EV charging stations in Arkansas
384 stations · 817 Level 2 ports · 295 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 85 | 35 |
| Bentonville | 30 | 36 |
| Fayetteville | 26 | 4 |
| North Little Rock | 19 | 22 |
| Conway | 16 | 17 |
| Hot Springs | 16 | 4 |
| Springdale | 14 | 16 |
| Rogers | 12 | 20 |
| Russellville | 8 | 4 |
| Batesville | 8 | 9 |
| Forrest City | 7 | 4 |
| Jonesboro | 7 | 10 |
| Paragould | 6 | 2 |
| Eureka Springs | 5 | 0 |
| Jacksonville | 5 | 2 |
| Fort Smith | 5 | 2 |
| El Dorado | 4 | 0 |
| Benton | 4 | 6 |
| Mount Ida | 4 | 0 |
| Mountain Home | 4 | 0 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 152 |
| Blink | 51 |
| Non-networked | 50 |
| Tesla Destination | 48 |
| Stay N Charge | 13 |
| EV Connect | 12 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 11 |
| EVgateway | 9 |
| Noodoe | 6 |
| Walmart | 6 |
| Electrify America | 5 |
| Universal EV Chargers | 5 |
Connectors: J1772 at 295 stations, CCS at 55, NACS/Tesla at 75, CHAdeMO at 15.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Arkansas
About $5.08 per 100 miles at 13.74¢/kWh
Defaults: 12,000 miles a year and 30 MPG are examples — enter your own. Energy only (no maintenance, insurance or depreciation). Efficiency is the EPA combined kWh/100 mi rating (window sticker); real-world use varies with speed, weather and charging.
Electric cars for sale in Arkansas
73 EVs and 29 plug-in hybrids · 0.8% of Arkansas listings · median EV asking $41,869
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Arkansas?
- The U.S. Department of Energy lists no current state-level purchase rebate or tax credit for EV drivers in Arkansas as of November 6, 2026. 6 electric utilities in Arkansas offer EV programs such as charger rebates or EV rates.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Arkansas?
- No. The federal new and used clean vehicle credits are not available for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025 (IRS), and the home charger credit (30C) ended for equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026.
- Does Arkansas charge an EV registration fee?
- Yes — Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee: HEV and EV owners must pay an annual fee in addition to other registration fees. The fee is $200 for all-electric vehicles, $100 for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and $50 for HEVs. Fees contribute to the State Highwa (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Arkansas?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Arkansas.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Arkansas?
- 384 open public charging stations with 817 Level 2 and 295 DC fast charging ports, per the U.S. Department of Energy station locator (November 6, 2026).
- How much does it cost to charge an EV at home in Arkansas?
- At Arkansas's average residential electricity price of 13.74¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $5.08 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $3.64/gal (Gulf Coast (PADD 3), EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in Arkansas on AutosXchange?
- 73 EVs and 29 plug-in hybrids from Arkansas dealers, 0.8% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $41,869.
AutosXchange market data is calculated from the asking prices of current dealer listings on AutosXchange, refreshed as dealers update their inventory. These are not sold or transaction prices and not appraisals. Listings with an asking price under $500 (placeholder prices) are excluded. Confirm price, fees and availability with the selling dealer.