Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Missouri
1 state or local incentive for drivers, 11 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Missouri. 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
Missouri EV rebates, tax credits and perks
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Emissions Inspection Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesVehicles powered exclusively by electricity, including hydrogen or fuels other than gasoline that are exempt from motor vehicle emissions inspection under federal regulation, are exempt from state emissions inspection requirements. (Reference Missouri Revised Statute 643.315)
AFDC entry · enacted May 5, 2011
Missouri home and community charging incentives
No current state-level charger incentive for residents is listed for Missouri; many utilities below offer charger rebates.
Missouri utility EV programs
11 utilities list residential EV programs; 4 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 9 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Cuivre River Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Evergy | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Farmers' Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation 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 |
| Osage Valley Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Platte-Clay Energy Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Southwestern Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Three Rivers Electric Cooperative | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| United Electric Cooperative | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| West Central Electric Cooperative, Inc. | cooperative | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation 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.
Missouri EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Decal
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe state motor fuel tax does not apply to passenger vehicles, certain buses, or commercial vehicles that are powered by an alternative fuel, if the vehicles obtain an AFV decal. Owners or operators of AFVs that also own or operate a personal fueling station must pay an annual alternative fuel decal fee, as listed below. Alternative fuel motor vehicles licensed as historic vehicles are exempt from the alternative fuel decal requirement. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Type of Vehicle Decal Fee 18,000 pounds (lbs.) or less Passenger, School Bus, or Commercial $105 18,001 lbs.-36,000 lbs.
Official program page: Special Fuel Decals · AFDC entry · amended June 28, 2017 · AFDC updated July 11, 2017
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Missouri.
Missouri programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
2 programs
Energy Provider Sales Tax Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesElectric, natural gas, propane, and other energy source providers are exempt from state sales tax. Additional requirements apply. (Reference Missouri Revised Statutes 144.010 and 144.058)
AFDC entry · enacted August 28, 2024 · AFDC updated September 5, 2024
Missouri's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) 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 Missouri's NEVI planning process, see the MoDOT NEVI website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 27, 2022
Public EV charging stations in Missouri
1,343 stations · 2,442 Level 2 ports · 899 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 463 | 47 |
| St. Louis | 115 | 55 |
| Springfield | 42 | 53 |
| Joplin | 28 | 44 |
| Lees Summit | 26 | 0 |
| St Joseph | 25 | 1 |
| Branson | 22 | 15 |
| St. Peters | 18 | 7 |
| Saint Joseph | 18 | 0 |
| Blue Springs | 18 | 12 |
| Chesterfield | 18 | 26 |
| Clayton | 18 | 0 |
| North Kansas City | 17 | 0 |
| Columbia | 15 | 43 |
| Gladstone | 14 | 0 |
| Riverside | 13 | 0 |
| Saint Louis | 13 | 18 |
| Independence | 12 | 28 |
| Liberty | 11 | 8 |
| Jefferson City | 11 | 26 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 966 |
| Blink | 62 |
| Non-networked | 55 |
| Tesla Destination | 51 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 37 |
| EVgo | 27 |
| AmpUp | 21 |
| EV Connect | 19 |
| Francis Charging Network | 14 |
| Electrify America | 12 |
| Noodoe | 10 |
| SynergEV | 10 |
Connectors: J1772 at 1,107 stations, CCS at 185, NACS/Tesla at 116, CHAdeMO at 86.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Missouri
About $5.28 per 100 miles at 14.28¢/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 Missouri
198 EVs and 118 plug-in hybrids · 2.5% of Missouri listings · median EV asking $27,191
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Missouri?
- Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy lists 1 state or local incentive for drivers, 11 utilities with residential EV programs in Missouri (as of November 6, 2026): Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Emissions Inspection Exemption. Funding and eligibility change, so check each official program page.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Missouri?
- 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 Missouri charge an EV registration fee?
- Yes — Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Decal: The state motor fuel tax does not apply to passenger vehicles, certain buses, or commercial vehicles that are powered by an alternative fuel, if the vehicles obtain an AFV decal. Owners or operators of AFVs that also own (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Missouri?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Missouri.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Missouri?
- 1,343 open public charging stations with 2,442 Level 2 and 899 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 Missouri?
- At Missouri's average residential electricity price of 14.28¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $5.28 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $4.10/gal (Midwest (PADD 2), EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in Missouri on AutosXchange?
- 198 EVs and 118 plug-in hybrids from Missouri dealers, 2.5% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $27,191.
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.