Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Louisiana
4 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Louisiana. 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
Louisiana 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 Louisiana as of November 6, 2026. Check utility programs below.
Louisiana home and community charging incentives
No current state-level charger incentive for residents is listed for Louisiana; many utilities below offer charger rebates.
Louisiana utility EV programs
4 utilities list residential EV programs; 2 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 2 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power LLC | investor-owned utility (IOU) | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate 🚗 Fleet Electrification Assessment 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Dixie Electric Membership Corp | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🚗 New EV Rebate | — | 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 |
| 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.
Louisiana EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee
CurrentLaws and RegulationsIn addition to standard vehicle registration fees, EV owners must pay an annual fee of $110 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $60. For more information, including pro-rated fee amounts, see the Louisiana Department of Revenue's Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Road Usage Fee website. (Reference Louisiana Revised Statutes 32:461)
Official program page: Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Road Usage Fee · AFDC entry · enacted June 17, 2022 · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Louisiana.
Louisiana laws that affect EV owners
1 law or regulation (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Alternative Fuel Access Policies for Local Governments
CurrentLaws and RegulationsLocal governments may not adopt an ordinance, rule, or law that limits consumer access to alternative transportation fuels, including biofuel, compressed natural gas, electricity, hydrogen, propane, and renewable diesel. (Reference Louisiana Revised Statutes 51:3042 and 51:3042)
AFDC entry · enacted July 17, 2022 · AFDC updated July 8, 2022
Recently ended Louisiana EV programs
1 program ended in the last 3 years
Provision for Green Jobs Tax Credit
Ended (repealed 2025-01-01)State IncentivesPending available funding, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development will offer a corporate or income tax credit for qualified capital infrastructure projects in Louisiana that are directly related to industries including, but not limited to, the advanced drivetrain vehicle and biofuels industries. The tax credit is for 7% to 18% of the project costs, calculated based on the investment costs, up to $1,000,000 per state-certified green project.
AFDC entry · enacted July 10, 2009
Louisiana programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
1 program
Louisiana's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Louisiana Department of Transportation (La DOTD) 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 Louisiana's NEVI planning process, see the La DOTD Electric Vehicle Infrastructure website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
Public EV charging stations in Louisiana
259 stations · 426 Level 2 ports · 428 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 50 | 12 |
| Baton Rouge | 43 | 53 |
| Lafayette | 19 | 41 |
| Metairie | 11 | 39 |
| Shreveport | 11 | 10 |
| Opelousas | 9 | 13 |
| Alexandria | 7 | 16 |
| Hammond | 7 | 11 |
| Covington | 6 | 14 |
| Denham Springs | 6 | 7 |
| West Monroe | 6 | 12 |
| Monroe | 5 | 18 |
| Lake Charles | 4 | 12 |
| Slidell | 4 | 27 |
| Gonzales | 4 | 18 |
| Harvey | 3 | 6 |
| Ruston | 3 | 8 |
| Iowa | 3 | 20 |
| Minden | 3 | 1 |
| Zachary | 3 | 2 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 96 |
| Non-networked | 40 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 22 |
| Blink | 21 |
| Tesla Destination | 18 |
| EV Connect | 10 |
| Loop | 9 |
| EVgo | 7 |
| Red E | 7 |
| ChargeLab | 6 |
| Electrify America | 5 |
| Rivian Adventure Network | 3 |
Connectors: J1772 at 157 stations, CCS at 77, NACS/Tesla at 47, CHAdeMO at 25.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Louisiana
About $4.91 per 100 miles at 13.27¢/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 Louisiana
65 EVs and 42 plug-in hybrids · 0.8% of Louisiana listings · median EV asking $42,703
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Louisiana?
- The U.S. Department of Energy lists no current state-level purchase rebate or tax credit for EV drivers in Louisiana as of November 6, 2026. 4 electric utilities in Louisiana offer EV programs such as charger rebates or EV rates.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Louisiana?
- 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 Louisiana charge an EV registration fee?
- Yes — Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee: In addition to standard vehicle registration fees, EV owners must pay an annual fee of $110 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $60. For more information, including pro-rated fee amounts, (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Louisiana?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Louisiana.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Louisiana?
- 259 open public charging stations with 426 Level 2 and 428 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 Louisiana?
- At Louisiana's average residential electricity price of 13.27¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $4.91 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 Louisiana on AutosXchange?
- 65 EVs and 42 plug-in hybrids from Louisiana dealers, 0.8% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $42,703.
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.