Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Massachusetts
3 state or local incentives for drivers, 1 charging incentive, 19 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Massachusetts. 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
Massachusetts EV rebates, tax credits and perks
Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesVehicles powered exclusively by electricity are exempt from state motor vehicle emissions inspections. For more information, see the Massachusetts Vehicle Check website. (Reference Code of Massachusetts Regulations 310-60.02)
Official program page: Massachusetts Vehicle Check · AFDC entry · enacted January 1, 1999
Light-Duty Zero Emission Truck Rebates
CurrentState IncentivesMassachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Program offers residents, nonprofits, local and state government fleets, educational institutions, and businesses rebates of up to $7,500 toward either: - The purchase or lease of eligible new all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric pick-up trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) between 6,000 pounds (lbs.) and 10,000 lbs.; or, - The purchase or lease of eligible new all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles of any body type with a GVWR between 8,501 lbs. and 10,000 lbs.
Official program page: MOR-EV Pick-Ups and Class 2b Vehicles · AFDC entry · AFDC updated October 31, 2023
Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Incentives
CurrentState IncentivesMassachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Program incentives to residents and non-profit and business fleets for new and used ZEVs for the following amounts when purchasing or leasing a ZEV: ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Incentive Incentive Requires household income Amount qualification? ------------------- -------------- ----------------------------------- MOR-EV Standard $3,500 No (New) MOR-EV Used $3,500 Yes MOR-EV+ (New and $1,500 Yes Used) MOR-EV Trade-In $1,000 No…
Official program page: MOR-EV · AFDC entry · enacted March 1, 2014 · AFDC updated March 6, 2020
Massachusetts home and community charging incentives
Electric Vehicle (EV) Grants for Public Fleets
CurrentState IncentivesThe Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (MassEVIP) provides grants for the purchase or lease of qualified EVs and zero emission motorcycles. Eligible applicants include local governments, public universities and colleges, and state agencies. Vehicle incentives are available in the following amounts: Vehicle Type Incentive for Purchase Incentive for Lease ---------------------------------------- ------------------------ --------------------- All-electric vehicle (EV) Up to $7,500 Up to $5,000 Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) Up to $5,000 Up to $3,000 Zero emission motorcycle Up to $750 N/A Applicants may receive funding for…
Official program page: Apply for MassEVIP Fleet Incentives · AFDC entry · AFDC updated February 11, 2019
Massachusetts utility EV programs
19 utilities list residential EV programs; 6 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 14 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Light | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Braintree Electric Light Department (BELD) | municipal utility | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Concord Municipal Light | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🚗 New EV Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Danvers Electric | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Eversource | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate ⚡ EV Managed Charging Program 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | ⚡ EV Managed Charging Program 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Groton Electric Light Department | municipal utility | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Groveland Electric | municipal utility | 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Hudson Light and Power | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | 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 |
| Mansfield Municipal Electric | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Marblehead Electric CO | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Middleton Electric Light Dept | municipal utility | 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| National Grid | 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 Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers 🚗 Fleet Electrification Assessment | Utility EV page AFDC |
| North Attleborough Electric Department | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Reading Municipal Light Department | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Rowley Municipal Light Plant | municipal utility | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🚗 Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Shrewsbury Electric and Cable Operations (SELCO) | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 New EV Rebate 🚗 Pre-Owned EV Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🚗 New EV Rebate 🚗 Pre-Owned EV Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Taunton Municipal Light Plant | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🚗 New EV Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light | municipal utility | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase 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.
Massachusetts EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
No EV-specific registration fee listed for Massachusetts.
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Massachusetts.
Massachusetts laws that affect EV owners
6 law or regulations (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Associations – City of Cambridge
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAssociations in the City of Cambridge may not prohibit the installation or use of an EV charger in a homeowner's designated parking space. Associations may put reasonable restrictions on EV chargers, but the policies may not significantly increase the cost of the EV charger or prohibit installation. Homeowners must comply with applicable health and safety codes and architectural standards and engage a licensed installation contractor. The homeowner is responsible for the cost of the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, removal, or replacement of the charger, as well as any resulting damage to the EV charger or surrounding area.
AFDC entry · enacted December 28, 2022 · AFDC updated March 24, 2023
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Condos, Historic Districts, and Conservation Associations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsA condominium's governing organization may install EV charging only in common areas, and such installations are not treated as "improvements" requiring Section 18 procedures if a majority of unit owners present at a duly noticed meeting approve. The cost of installing EV charging in common areas is a common expense that may be assessed to unit owners as a special assessment. If the board installs EV charging for use by all members, it must establish appropriate terms of use. Any expenses incurred and revenues generated from EV charging fall under common expenses and common profits.
AFDC entry · enacted November 20, 2024
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure Deployment Support
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs must facilitate an intergovernmental coordinating council (Council) to develop and implement an EV charging infrastructure deployment plan for the creation of an equitable, interconnected, accessible, and reliable EV charging network. The deployment plan must: - Comply with state emission reduction requirements; - Meet existing EV and EV charger deployment benchmarks; - Facilitate ending the sale of non-zero emission vehicles by December 31, 2035; and, - Advance the accessibility and affordability of EV chargers.
Official program page: Second Assessment of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Coordinating Council · AFDC entry · amended November 20, 2024 · AFDC updated November 11, 2022
Public Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Requirements
CurrentLaws and RegulationsOwners and operators of public EV chargers that require payment must provide payment options that allow access by the public. In addition, payment should not require users to pay a subscription fee or obtain a membership of any kind; however, required fees may be conditional on such memberships. Owners and operators can impose reasonable restrictions on EV charger use, such as limiting access to visitors of the business. In addition, owners and operators of public EV chargers must provide the location, hours of operation, accepted methods of payment, and characteristics of each EV charger to the U.S.
AFDC entry · enacted January 3, 2017 · AFDC updated January 23, 2017
Public Utility Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate Proposal Requirement
CurrentLaws and RegulationsBy August 11, 2023, public electric utilities must submit EV TOU rate proposals to offer EV TOU rates to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU). When evaluating the TOU rate proposals, DPU must consider the effects on energy conservation, optimal and efficient use of facilities and resources, benefits to transmission and distribution systems, equitable rates for electric consumers, and greenhouse gas emissions reductions. DPU must issue a minimum of one order related to the TOU rate proposals by October 21, 2025. For more information, see the DPU Electric Vehicle Charging Resources website.
Official program page: Electric Vehicle Charging Resources · AFDC entry · enacted August 11, 2022 · AFDC updated November 16, 2022
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Parking Space Regulations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsA city or town may restrict certain parking areas for ZEVs, which includes battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles. A person who is found responsible for a violation of the restricted parking area may be subject to a penalty of no more than $50 and the vehicle may be removed from the parking spot. (Reference Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Section 22A)
AFDC entry · enacted January 3, 2017 · AFDC updated January 23, 2017
Recently ended Massachusetts EV programs
1 program ended in the last 3 years
Pre-Owned Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebates
Ended (archived 2026-03-01)State IncentivesMassachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Program offers low-income residents a rebate of up to $3,500 for the purchase or lease of eligible pre-owned ZEVs. Pre-owned vehicle purchase price must be below $40,000. An additional $1,500 rebate is available to applicants participating in an eligible income-qualified state assistance program. For more information, including application, income, and eligibility requirements, see the MOR-EV website.
Official program page: MOR-EV · AFDC entry · AFDC updated October 31, 2023
Massachusetts programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
8 programs
Diesel Emissions Reductions Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) provides U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) funding for projects that reduce diesel emissions in Massachusetts. Funding for eligible project costs is available for local or state agencies and public colleges and universities that reduce diesel emissions by converting engines to alternative fuels, retrofitting exhaust controls, purchasing new vehicles, or adding idle reduction equipment. MassDEP prioritizes projects that benefit environmental justice communities. Additional terms and conditions apply.
Official program page: Apply for a DERA Open Solicitation Grant · AFDC entry · AFDC updated June 11, 2021
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Rebate
CurrentState IncentivesResidential customers of participating Massachusetts municipal light plants (MLPs) may be eligible for a free or discounted Level 2 EV charger through the Massachusetts NextZero program. Incentives vary by MLP. Select MLPs participate in the NextZero Scheduled Charging Program which provides incentives for EV chargers that follow scheduled charging to avoids peak periods. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including participating MLPs, see the NextZero website.
Official program page: NextZero · AFDC entry · AFDC updated August 8, 2018
Massachusetts’ National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) 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 Massachusetts' NEVI planning process, see the MassDOT NEVI Plan website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
Multi-Family Housing (MFH) and Educational Campus Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (MassEVIP) provides grants for 60% of the cost of Level 1 or Level 2 EV chargers installed at MFHs and educational campuses, up to $50,000 per street address. Eligible entities include private, public, or non-profit MFHs with five or more residential units, and educational campuses with at least 15 students on campus. The program is funded by Massachusetts' portion of the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
Official program page: Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust · AFDC entry · AFDC updated February 11, 2019
Public Access Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Public Access Charging Program provides grants to non-residential entities for 80% of the cost of Level 2 EV chargers and installation, and a maximum of $50,000 per street address for hardware and installation costs. Installations at government property qualify for 100% of the cost, up to $50,000. Qualified EV chargers must be available to the public at least 12 hours per day. This program is part of Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (MassEVIP) and is funded by Massachusetts' portion of the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust.
Official program page: Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust · AFDC entry · AFDC updated February 11, 2019
Taxi and Ride-Hailing Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Incentives
CurrentState IncentivesThe Massachusetts Clean Energy Center's Ride Clean Mass program offers incentives to taxi, Lyft, and Uber drivers in Massachusetts to switch to electric vehicles. Rebate amounts are $6,500 for new ZEVs and $2,500 for used ZEVs, and can be stacked with the state's MOR-EV incentives. There is also an incentive for renting a ZEV of $100 per week for up to 4 weeks. Taxi driver eligibility includes holding a taxi medallion or license, and Lyft or Uber driver eligibility includes 300 passenger rides or 1,500 miles in any two of the previous four quarters. Additional conditions apply.
Workplace and Fleet Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (MassEVIP) provides grants for 60% of the cost of Level 1 or Level 2 EV chargers, up to $50,000 per street address. Eligible entities include workplaces and fleets with 15 or more employees on site. Private and non-profit workplaces must have 10 or more employees on site. The program is funded by Massachusetts' portion of the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
Official program page: Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust · AFDC entry · AFDC updated February 11, 2019
Zero Emission Truck Rebates
CurrentState IncentivesMassachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Trucks Program offers rebates for the purchase or lease of all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, buses, and vans. Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of less than $2,000,000. Rebate amounts are available in a declining three block rate structure, determined by the number of trucks per weight group. Rebates are offered in the following amounts: <div> Vehicle Class Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.
Official program page: MOR-EV Rebate Program · AFDC entry · AFDC updated October 31, 2023
Public EV charging stations in Massachusetts
4,631 stations · 9,885 Level 2 ports · 1,987 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 775 | 83 |
| Cambridge | 397 | 8 |
| Worcester | 159 | 24 |
| Marlborough | 92 | 35 |
| Springfield | 88 | 6 |
| Quincy | 85 | 25 |
| Waltham | 81 | 4 |
| Lowell | 71 | 22 |
| Newton | 70 | 10 |
| Framingham | 59 | 55 |
| Somerville | 57 | 25 |
| Amherst | 49 | 2 |
| Norwood | 49 | 4 |
| Burlington | 48 | 23 |
| Fall River | 47 | 26 |
| Watertown | 44 | 4 |
| Salem | 43 | 6 |
| Beverly | 40 | 0 |
| Northampton | 38 | 29 |
| Malden | 37 | 6 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 3,711 |
| Red E | 154 |
| AmpUp | 145 |
| Non-networked | 118 |
| Blink | 84 |
| FLO | 84 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 63 |
| Tesla Destination | 43 |
| Loop | 31 |
| Electrify America | 23 |
| QuickCharge | 23 |
| EV Connect | 20 |
Connectors: J1772 at 4,082 stations, CCS at 479, NACS/Tesla at 185, CHAdeMO at 192.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Massachusetts
About $11.17 per 100 miles at 30.19¢/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 Massachusetts
161 EVs and 121 plug-in hybrids · 2.3% of Massachusetts listings · median EV asking $32,299
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Massachusetts?
- Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy lists 3 state or local incentives for drivers, 1 charging incentive, 19 utilities with residential EV programs in Massachusetts (as of November 6, 2026): Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption; Light-Duty Zero Emission Truck Rebates; Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Incentives; Electric Vehicle (EV) Grants for Public Fleets. Funding and eligibility change, so check each official program page.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Massachusetts?
- 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 Massachusetts charge an EV registration fee?
- AFDC lists no EV-specific registration fee in Massachusetts as of November 6, 2026.
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Massachusetts?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Massachusetts.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Massachusetts?
- 4,631 open public charging stations with 9,885 Level 2 and 1,987 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 Massachusetts?
- At Massachusetts's average residential electricity price of 30.19¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $11.17 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $4.10/gal (Massachusetts, EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in Massachusetts on AutosXchange?
- 161 EVs and 121 plug-in hybrids from Massachusetts dealers, 2.3% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $32,299.
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.