Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in New Hampshire
4 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in New Hampshire. 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
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire as of November 6, 2026. Check utility programs below.
New Hampshire home and community charging incentives
No current state-level charger incentive for residents is listed for New Hampshire; many utilities below offer charger rebates.
New Hampshire utility EV programs
4 utilities list residential EV programs; 4 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 2 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Liberty Utilities | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| New Hampshire Electric Co-op (NHEC) | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
| UNITIL | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | ⚡ 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.
New Hampshire 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 $100 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $50. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statute 261:141-c)
AFDC entry · amended June 20, 2023 · AFDC updated October 10, 2023
HOV and toll lanes
Low Emission Vehicle Road Toll Study
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe state legislature established a commission in 2023 to study revenue alternatives to the road toll for electric, hybrid, and fuel-efficient vehicles. The commission must, among other things, study the impact that fuel-efficient vehicle technologies have on the environment, track current road toll revenues, and analyze relevant programs in other states. The commission submitted a report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature in November 2023, and must submit subsequent reports by December 2025 and December 1, 2026. (Reference House Bill 1631, 2024)
Official program page: report · AFDC entry · amended May 21, 2024 · AFDC updated August 24, 2023
New Hampshire laws that affect EV owners
1 law or regulation (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Requirement
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAn individual may not park a motor vehicle in a parking space equipped with a public EV charger unless the vehicle is an EV. (Reference New Hampshire Revise Statutes 236:134)
AFDC entry · enacted August 11, 2018 · AFDC updated September 7, 2018
New Hampshire programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
2 programs
Diesel Emissions Reduction Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) provides U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) funding for projects that reduce diesel emissions in New Hampshire. Funding for up to 100% of eligible project costs is available for businesses, schools and school districts, municipalities, marine operators, public and private transit companies, and local or state agencies that reduce diesel emissions by converting engines to alternative fuels, retrofitting exhaust controls, purchasing new vehicles, or adding idle reduction equipment.
Official program page: New Hampshire DERA Project · AFDC entry · AFDC updated November 13, 2015
New Hampshire's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) 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 New Hampshire's NEVI planning process, see the NHDOT Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 14, 2022
Public EV charging stations in New Hampshire
302 stations · 477 Level 2 ports · 346 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 31 | 34 |
| Portsmouth | 22 | 21 |
| Lebanon | 15 | 3 |
| Salem | 13 | 24 |
| Rochester | 12 | 8 |
| Nashua | 12 | 6 |
| Durham | 11 | 0 |
| Gorham | 10 | 7 |
| Dover | 9 | 15 |
| Hanover | 9 | 0 |
| Littleton | 8 | 3 |
| Londonderry | 7 | 4 |
| Concord | 7 | 12 |
| Exeter | 7 | 4 |
| Lincoln | 6 | 10 |
| Keene | 5 | 3 |
| Bedford | 5 | 5 |
| Hooksett | 5 | 38 |
| Merrimack | 5 | 6 |
| Claremont | 5 | 3 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 148 |
| Non-networked | 45 |
| Tesla Destination | 24 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 20 |
| Blink | 17 |
| AmpUp | 7 |
| Electrify America | 6 |
| EV Connect | 4 |
| ChargeLab | 3 |
| Vialynk | 3 |
| Ford Charge | 3 |
| EVgo | 2 |
Connectors: J1772 at 213 stations, CCS at 57, NACS/Tesla at 51, CHAdeMO at 26.
Cost to charge an EV at home in New Hampshire
About $9.96 per 100 miles at 26.91¢/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 New Hampshire
92 EVs and 80 plug-in hybrids · 1.6% of New Hampshire listings · median EV asking $43,944
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in New Hampshire?
- The U.S. Department of Energy lists no current state-level purchase rebate or tax credit for EV drivers in New Hampshire as of November 6, 2026. 4 electric utilities in New Hampshire offer EV programs such as charger rebates or EV rates.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in New Hampshire?
- 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 New Hampshire 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 $100 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $50. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statute 261:141-c) (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in New Hampshire?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in New Hampshire.
- How many public EV charging stations are in New Hampshire?
- 302 open public charging stations with 477 Level 2 and 346 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 New Hampshire?
- At New Hampshire's average residential electricity price of 26.91¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $9.96 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $4.14/gal (New England (PADD 1A), EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in New Hampshire on AutosXchange?
- 92 EVs and 80 plug-in hybrids from New Hampshire dealers, 1.6% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $43,944.
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.