Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Colorado
3 state or local incentives for drivers, 1 charging incentive, 8 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Colorado. 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
Colorado EV rebates, tax credits and perks
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Weight Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesGross vehicle weight rating limits for AFVs are 2,000 pounds greater than those for comparable conventional vehicles, as long as the AFVs operate using an alternative fuel or both alternative and conventional fuel, when operating on a highway that is not part of the interstate system.
AFDC entry · enacted May 4, 2016 · AFDC updated July 12, 2016
Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit
CurrentState IncentivesQualified EVs and FCEVs titled and registered in Colorado are eligible for a tax credit. Light-duty EVs and FCEVs purchased or leased before January 1, 2029, are eligible for a tax credit equal to the amounts below, per calendar year: Vehicle Type 2025 2026 2027 2028 -------------------------------------------------- ---------- --------- ------------------ ------------------ Light-duty EV or FCEV $3,500 $750 To be determined To be determined Light-duty electric or hydrogen fuel cell truck $3,500 $750 To be determined To be determined Medium-duty electric or hydrogen fuel cell truck $12,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 Heavy-duty electric or hydrogen…
Official program page: Tax Guidance Publications · AFDC entry · amended October 1, 2025 · AFDC updated September 1, 2023
Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesVehicles powered exclusively by electricity are exempt from state motor vehicle emissions inspections. For more information, see the Air Care Colorado and the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles Emissions websites. (Reference Code of Colorado Regulations 204-11)
Official program page: Air Care Colorado · AFDC entry · enacted January 12, 2012
Colorado home and community charging incentives
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Energy Office (CEO) provides grants through the Charge Ahead Colorado program to support EV and EV charger adoption by individual drivers and fleets. Grants will fund 80% of the cost of EV charger, up to the following amounts: EV Charger Type Power Output Rating Maximum Incentive per Port ---------------------------------- ---------------------------- ---------------------------- Level 2 6 kilowatts (kW) or higher $7,000 Direct Current (DC) Fast Charger Less than 50 kW $7,000 DC Fast Charger 50 to 99 kW $30,000 DC Fast Charger More than 99 kW $40,000 Enhanced incentives of up to 90% of the cost of a Level 2 EV charger are…
Official program page: Charge Ahead Colorado · AFDC entry · amended October 1, 2025 · AFDC updated July 11, 2018
Colorado utility EV programs
8 utilities list residential EV programs; 3 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 8 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 |
| CORE Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers | 🔌 EV Charger Deployment Pilot Programs | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Gunnison County Electric Association | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Holy Cross Energy | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Mountain View Electric Association | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | 🔌 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 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers | Utility EV page AFDC |
| San Isabel Electric Association | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 New EV Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| United Power | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers | 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Xcel Energy | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers 🔌 EV Charger Deployment Pilot Programs 🚗 New EV Rebate 🚗 Pre-Owned EV Rebate | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | 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.
Colorado EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee
CurrentLaws and RegulationsEV owners must pay an annual fee of $ 60.05 in addition to other registration fees. The Colorado Department of Revenue is authorized to adjust the registration fee for inflation each fiscal year (FY). Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles are also subject to additional registration fees based on gross vehicle weight rating. Additionally, the state may collect an EV road usage equalization fee at the time of registration.
Official program page: Taxes and Fees · AFDC entry · enacted May 15, 2013
Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rideshare Fee
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAll carshare rides that transport passengers in a ZEV are subject to a fee of $0.04 per ride. (Reference 6 Code of Colorado Regulations 1018-1)
AFDC entry · enacted July 1, 2022
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Colorado. Ended: High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption (2019-10-01).
Colorado laws that affect EV owners
8 law or regulations (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Registration
CurrentLaws and RegulationsUpon registering a motor vehicle with the Colorado Department of Revenue Division of Motor Vehicles, the vehicle owner must report the type of alternative fuel used to operate the vehicle and whether the vehicle is dedicated to one alternative fuel or uses more than one fuel. The Department of Revenue provides forms for the purpose of registering motor vehicles and must include space for the following fuel types: gasoline, diesel, propane, electricity, natural gas, methanol/M85, ethanol/E85, biodiesel, and other. For more information, see the Colorado Department of Revenue Division of Motor Vehicles website.
Official program page: Colorado Department of Revenue Division of Motor Vehicles · AFDC entry
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Permitting Policy Development
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe Colorado State Electrical Board (Board) must adopt rules to facilitate EV charger development at multi-family housing and require permit compliance with the EV power transfer infrastructure requirements in the Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code and may not adopt rules that prohibit EV chargers unless addressing a safety concern. For more information, see the Colorado Energy Office Building Energy Codes and Toolkit website. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 12-115-107, 24-38.5-401)
Official program page: Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code · AFDC entry · enacted May 23, 2023 · AFDC updated July 13, 2023
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Housing Associations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsA housing association (Association) may not prohibit the installation of a Level 1 or Level 2 EV charger for personal use within the EV charger owner's designated parking space or a parking space accessible to other tenants. In addition, an Association may not assess or charge an EV charger owner any fee for the placement or use of an EV charger in the owner's unit, except for the cost of electricity. Tenants must comply with safety requirements, registration agreements, and reasonable aesthetic provisions.
AFDC entry · enacted June 1, 2023 · AFDC updated July 13, 2023
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Multi-Family Housing
CurrentLaws and RegulationsA tenant may install Level 1 or Level 2 EV charger at their own expense on or in leased premises. The landlord may seek a reasonable access fee or reimbursement for the actual cost of electricity as well as the cost of installation or upgrades to existing equipment. In addition, the tenant may request that the EV charger be accessible by other tenants, in which case the EV charger must comply with all applicable property requirements, and the landlord may seek a fee to reserve a specific parking space. The landlord may also require the tenant to comply with safety, system registration, and aesthetic requirements or provisions.
AFDC entry · enacted May 3, 2013
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Regulations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAny vehicle that is not actively charging may not park in designated EV charging parking spaces. An EV is presumed to not be charging if it is parked at a charger and is not connected to the charger for longer than 30 minutes. Some exclusions apply, including for EVs parked at lodging or airports, and between the hours of 11pm and 5am. The penalty for violation is $182. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 42-1-102, 42-4-1213, and 42-4-1701)
AFDC entry · enacted May 31, 2019 · AFDC updated July 2, 2019
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Designation Requirement
CurrentLaws and RegulationsFor the purpose of any minimum parking requirements imposed by a board of county commissioners; any parking space served by an EV charger or any parking space to site EV charging equipment must count as at least one standard automobile parking space. Similarly, any van-accessible parking space that is designed to accommodate a person in a wheelchair and is served by an EV charger, must count as at least two standard automobile spaces. This requirement does not apply to dedicated handicap spaces. Beginning January 1, 2026, at least one EV charging space must incorporate U.S. Access Board standards at new or upgraded locations.
AFDC entry · enacted May 23, 2023 · AFDC updated July 13, 2023
Electric Vehicle (EV) Special License Plate
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe Department of Revenue must issue a special license plate for EVs. The taxes and fees for the EV license plates are the same as the amount as the taxes and fees for regular motor vehicle license plates. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 42-3-259)
AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 14, 2021
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Sales Requirements and Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Standards
CurrentLaws and RegulationsColorado established ZEV standards, pursuant to Colorado's authority under Section 177 of the Clean Air Act, Title 42 of the U.S. Code, section 7507. All Model Year 2022 and later passenger cars and light- and medium-duty vehicles must meet California motor vehicle emissions and compliance requirements specified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. In October 2023, Colorado adopted the California vehicle emissions standards and compliance requirements set forth in the California Air Resources Board Advanced Clean Cars II regulation.
Official program page: U.S. Code · AFDC entry · enacted November 16, 2018 · AFDC updated July 11, 2019
Colorado programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
9 programs
Advanced Industries (AI) Accelerator Program Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) provides grants through the AI Accelerator Programs to promote growth and sustainability in Colorado's AIs. Grants may be available for advanced industries such as vehicle and component manufacturing and biofuels. Four types of grants are available, including Proof of Concept, Early-Stage Capital and Retention, Collaborative Infrastructure, and AI Exports, as well as global consulting services. For more information on each grant program, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the OEDIT AI Accelerator Programs website.
Official program page: AI Accelerator Programs · AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 8, 2015
Colorado's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) 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 Colorado's NEVI planning process, see the CDOT NEVI website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
Diesel Emissions Reduction Grant
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) administers the Colorado Clean Diesel Program (CCDP), which provides funding to private and public entities to replace diesel vehicles and equipment with all-electric or hybrid-electric equivalents. Eligible projects include terminal tractors, construction equipment, bucket trucks, transportation refrigeration units, airport ground support equipment, lawn mowers, farm tractors, bucket trucks, snow groomers, idle-reduction technologies, and associated charging infrastructure. A minimum cost share is required and varies by project technology.
Official program page: CCDP · AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 10, 2022
Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Plazas Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Energy Office (CEO) offers grants for DC fast chargers through the Colorado Electric Vehicle (EV) DC Fast Charging Plazas Program. Priority locations are near downtown areas, high-density housing, commercial developments, transit hubs, transportation network company dense areas, and underserved communities. Eligible applicants may receive grants up to 80% of project costs at each proposed location. Awardees must provide five years of continuous use. For additional information, including requirements and funding availability, see the CEO EV DC Fast Charging Plazas Program website.
Official program page: EV DC Fast Charging Plazas Program · AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 13, 2020
Electric Vehicle (EV) and Infrastructure Coaching Service
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Energy Office (CEO) administers the ReCharge Colorado program (ReCharge) to advance the adoption of EVs and installation of charging infrastructure in Colorado. ReCharge provides coaching services to consumers, local governments, workplaces, and multi-family housing to help them identify monetary savings, grant opportunities, and other EV benefits. ReCharge also helps build local stakeholder support for EVs. For more information, see the CEO ReCharge Colorado website.
Official program page: ReCharge Colorado · AFDC entry · AFDC updated November 26, 2019
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Property Tax Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesEV charger owners are exempt from paying Colorado state property tax on stations until January 1, 2030. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 39-3-138)
AFDC entry · enacted May 23, 2023 · AFDC updated July 13, 2023
Fleet Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Technology Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology Grant Program, administered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) through the Clean Fleet Enterprise, offers grants to business and government fleets for the purchase of new AFVs or the conversion of existing fleet vehicles to operate on alternative fuels. Eligible projects include light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles, and eligible alternative fuels include electricity, hydrogen, and compressed natural gas. Incentive amounts vary based on vehicle technology and gross vehicle weight rating.
Official program page: Clean Fleet Enterprise · AFDC entry · AFDC updated January 27, 2023
Fleet Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Energy Office (CEO) Fleet Zero-Emission Resource Opportunity (Fleet-ZERO) grant program offers competitive grants to fleets for the purchase and installation of EV charging infrastructure. Eligible applicants include light-, medium-, and heavy-duty fleets; independent owner-operators; charging providers; and property owners, developers, nonprofit organizations, schools, government entities, and tribal governments. Maximum grant awards may vary by applicant type. For more information, including additional program requirements, see the Energy Office Fleet-ZERO website. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 24-38.5-303)
Official program page: Fleet-ZERO · AFDC entry · AFDC updated May 26, 2023
Industrial and Manufacturing Operations Clean Air Grant Program
CurrentState IncentivesThe Colorado Energy Office (CEO) will administer the Industrial and Manufacturing Operations Clean Air Grant Program (Program), which funds projects that reduce emissions from industrial and manufacturing operations, including transportation electrification and hydrogen projects. Eligible applicants include private entities, local and tribal governments, and public-private partnerships. Projects located in underserved communities or areas in nonattainment with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards may receive priority consideration. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the CEO Program website.
Official program page: areas in nonattainment · AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 10, 2022
Public EV charging stations in Colorado
2,950 stations · 6,214 Level 2 ports · 1,723 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | 496 | 215 |
| Boulder | 205 | 39 |
| Aurora | 116 | 64 |
| Fort Collins | 105 | 11 |
| Colorado Springs | 104 | 78 |
| Broomfield | 88 | 39 |
| Golden | 73 | 11 |
| Westminster | 72 | 21 |
| Grand Junction | 67 | 35 |
| Breckenridge | 62 | 2 |
| Loveland | 61 | 27 |
| Aspen | 51 | 14 |
| Littleton | 49 | 19 |
| Longmont | 49 | 35 |
| Durango | 43 | 24 |
| Brighton | 42 | 8 |
| Thornton | 42 | 38 |
| Louisville | 41 | 4 |
| Pueblo | 39 | 27 |
| Lakewood | 39 | 72 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 2,094 |
| Blink | 210 |
| Non-networked | 127 |
| Tesla Destination | 86 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 66 |
| Electrify America | 49 |
| EVgateway | 38 |
| Loop | 38 |
| Rivian Waypoints | 29 |
| EV Connect | 25 |
| EVgo | 22 |
| Enertech | 19 |
Connectors: J1772 at 2,412 stations, CCS at 453, NACS/Tesla at 285, CHAdeMO at 240.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Colorado
About $6.22 per 100 miles at 16.80¢/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 Colorado
583 EVs and 265 plug-in hybrids · 4.0% of Colorado listings · median EV asking $44,330
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Colorado?
- Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy lists 3 state or local incentives for drivers, 1 charging incentive, 8 utilities with residential EV programs in Colorado (as of November 6, 2026): Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Weight Exemption; Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit; Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption; Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants. Funding and eligibility change, so check each official program page.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Colorado?
- 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 Colorado charge an EV registration fee?
- Yes — Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee: EV owners must pay an annual fee of $ 60.05 in addition to other registration fees. The Colorado Department of Revenue is authorized to adjust the registration fee for inflation each fiscal year (FY). Medium- and heavy-d Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rideshare Fee: All carshare rides that transport passengers in a ZEV are subject to a fee of $0.04 per ride. (Reference 6 Code of Colorado Regulations 1018-1) (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Colorado?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Colorado; a previous program (High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption) is no longer active.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Colorado?
- 2,950 open public charging stations with 6,214 Level 2 and 1,723 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 Colorado?
- At Colorado's average residential electricity price of 16.80¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $6.22 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $4.07/gal (Colorado, EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in Colorado on AutosXchange?
- 583 EVs and 265 plug-in hybrids from Colorado dealers, 4.0% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $44,330.
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.