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Florida Electric Vehicle Rebates and Incentives
As the state with the second-most EV registrations, Florida is quickly becoming an electrification leader. While there aren’t any state-level tax credits, rebates, or incentives for EVs in Florida, you can still benefit from incentives offered by utility providers for EV purchases/leases and EV charger installations.
Federal Tax Credits For Electric Vehicles
Car buyers in Florida may qualify for federal tax credits like the clean vehicle tax credit of up to $7,500 for new vehicles, or the used clean vehicle tax credit for up to $4,000. Income restrictions as well as battery component and critical mineral restrictions may apply. Be sure to speak to a qualified CPA or tax professional to check your eligibility.
Utility Rebates For Electric Cars
Utilities in Florida have their own electrification programs for energy transition technologies like electric cars.
For example, Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) provides rebates of $200 to residential customers who purchase or lease an eligible new or preowned EV. Applicants must apply within six months of the purchase or lease of the EV. OUC customers may also receive a $50 gift card when they test drive an EV at a participating dealership. For more information, see the OUC Electric Vehicles website.
Be sure to check with your local utility to see what programs or offerings are available in your area.
High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Access
EV drivers can apply for a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) tag to save time and access added convenience while driving. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles allows Inherently Low Emission Vehicles (ILEV) and Hybrid vehicles to drive in a HOV lane at any time regardless of passenger occupancy. The vehicle must display a Florida Division of Motor Vehicles issued decal, which must be renewed annually. Special fees may apply. For more information, see the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles HOV Decal website.
Florida EV Charger Rebates
In addition to the above incentives that are offered for purchasing an electric car, Florida residents can also claim rebates for purchasing and installing Level 2 EV chargers, ranging from as little to $100 to up to $300. Scroll down to view more details for specific utility providers in FL.
Florida Utility Rebates for Level 2 EV Chargers & Installation
Florida Power & Light (FPL)’s Evolution Home program provides residential customers with electrical upgrades and a Level 2 EV charger for a flat monthly fee. The fee covers make-ready costs and EV charging station installation and maintenance. Under program guidelines, chargers will be programmed for default charging times during weeknights and weekend off-peak times. Early termination fees may apply. For more information, see the FPL EVolution Home website.
Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) offers residential customers an incentive of up to $300 for the pre-wiring necessary to support a Level 2 EV charger. For more information, including program terms and conditions, see the JEA Drive Electric website.
Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) provides rebates of $100 for the purchase and home installation of a Level 2 EV charger. The EV charger must be installed by a licensed electrical contractor and must meet all state and local codes. Rebates are limited to one per household. For more information, see the Kissimmee Utility Authority Rebates page.
Non-Residential Utility Rebate Programs for EV Charging Stations
Brickell Energy’s aFLoat Program offers two different incentives to facilitate the installation of EV charging stations in Florida. Through the aFLoat Host Agreement, Brickell Energy will cover the cost of hardware, network service plans, management service, and warranties. Eligible hosts include commercial real estate property owners and managers. Hosts must cover the cost of installation.
The aFLoat Rental Plan offers public and commercial locations, the EV charging station hardware, network service plan, management service, and warranties at a reduced fee. Additional terms and conditions apply.
For more information, see Brickell Energy’s aFLoat Program website.
Duke Energy offers rebates to commercial customers for the installation of Level 2 and direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Rebate amounts vary by EV charging station technology and applicant type. Eligible applicants may receive up to 10 rebates per location. For more information, including rebate amounts, see the Duke Energy EV Complete Charger Rebate website.
Additionally, Duke Energy’s Park and Plug Program assists business customers with the installation of Level 2 and DCFC stations. Eligible installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours daily, near high-traffic corridors, well-lit, and near retail, restaurant, or other amenities. For more information, including application requirements, see the Duke Energy Park & Plug – EV Charging website.
Florida Power & Light (FPL) offers to purchase, install, operate, and maintain DCFC charging stations on commercial properties at no cost to the site host. For more information, see the FPL EVolution Business Solutions page.
Additionally, FPL offers advisory services to public and private fleets to analyze electrification opportunities. FPL will also design, purchase, install, operate, and maintain fleet EV charging stations for a fixed monthly fee. For more information, see the FPL EVolution Fleet website.
Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) offers commercial customers rebates for EV charging stations installed by September 30, 2025. A $1,000 rebate is available for Level 2 EV charging stations, while $5,200 is available for DCFC Stations. For more information, see the JEA Electrification Rebates page.
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) commercial customers can pay a monthly fee for the installation and maintenance of an OUC-owned Level 2 EV charging or DCFC stations. For more information, see the OUC Commercial EV Charging Service website.
Tampa Electric Company (TECO)’s Drive Smart Program offers business customers a rebate of up to $5,000 per port for the purchase and installation of public EV charging stations. Eligible project locations include workplace, public or retail, multi-unit dwelling, income-qualified, and government sites. Additional funding is available for EV charging stations installed in income-qualified areas and government sites. For more information, including program terms and conditions, see the TECO Drive Smart website.
EV Charging Rates in Florida
Time-of-use (TOU) rate plans offer lower electricity costs during off-peak hours like overnight. Below is a list of TOU rate plans available from Florida’s leading utilities.
Special EV Charging Rates from Florida Utilities
Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) offers residential customers an incentive of up to $7 per month to encourage EV charging during off-peak hours (10PM-6AM; Monday-Friday and anytime on weekends). Earn $7 each month, and get paid quarterly via Venmo, PayPal or check. For more information, including program terms and conditions, see the EV Charging Rebate section on the JEA website.
Duke Energy offers a $10 monthly credit to residential customers who charge EVs during off-peak hours. Eligible customers must have a Level 2 EV charging station. Charge your EV Monday through Friday 10AM to 6PM and 9PM to 5AM, holidays, and weekends. All other times are considered on-peak. Participation is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, see the Duke Energy Off-Peak Charging Credit website.
Public EV Charging Stations in Florida
How Many Public EV Charging Stations Are in Florida?
As of February 2025, Florida has more than 3,700 public charging stations including over 3,100 Level 2 and 600 DC Fast stations. There are 184 Tesla Supercharger stations and 1,992 Tesla Supercharger ports in Florida.
Florida’s hospitality industry is playing a vital role in making EV charging available. Tourism is the top industry in the state, and an ambitious project will soon roll out over 13,000 EV charging stations at hotels in three states, with Florida being one of them.
As mentioned above, the state also has robust at-home EV charger installation and charging incentives that can help reduce the reliance of EV drivers on public charging, provide the convenience of at-home charging, and offer greater cost savings than utilizing public EV charging stations.
How Much Do Public EV Charging Stations Cost in Florida?
Public EV charging facilities use different billing models, usually incorporating the cost of the energy used as well as various operating costs.
The cost of charging tends to be higher for DC Fast Charging and in areas with high demand. However, with commercial electricity rates averaging $0.12 per kWh, public charging rates remain relatively affordable for businesses to offer fleet charging or other membership-based charging models.
While the commercial cost per kWh is quite low, many of these chargers will have an added charging fee for consumers. For instance, public charging in the city of Dunedin costs $0.20 per kWh on top of a flat $1.50 fee and a 5% transaction fee. While Public Level 2 EV charging stations in Florida may have a relatively low cost, using DC Fast Chargers will cost an average of $0.45 per kWh in Florida.
Are There Free Public EV Charging Stations in Florida?
Finding free EV charging stations in Florida is relatively easy if you’re in a larger city. You can typically find free charging ports on college campuses and in parking lots for public buildings, airports, convention centers, and more. However, free EV charging can entail waiting in line, and charger downtime can be an issue.
Several Florida cities offer free charging stations, but a majority of the state’s public EV charging stations use an hourly or subscription-based billing model.
Orlando and Miami each have over 200 free charging locations, making these destinations two of the best cities for EV drivers. The cities of Tampa, Jacksonville, and Boca Raton aren’t far behind, with over 100 free EV charging stations each.
Where Are Public EV Charging Stations Located in Florida?
Like EV adoptions, access to EV charging stations in Florida is unequal and primarily concentrated in urban areas.
The Orlando metropolitan area, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale have some of the highest concentrations of public EV charging stations. The Southeast region and the Panhandle also have many EV charging options in the coastal areas.
However, Florida is actively developing its EV charging infrastructure with diverse projects, including a toll road that would charge EVs while they drive in Central Florida.
Tesla has built a Supercharger network of fast charging stations throughout the state, with locations approximately 150 miles apart along I-75 and I-95.
Visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center Map of EV Charging Station Locations in Florida, which can be sorted and filtered based on public access, charger type (Level 1, Level 2, DC Fast), and connector type (NACS, J1772, CCS, CHAdeMO).
Home Electrification Incentives in Florida
Florida is offering home energy rebates funded through the Inflation Reduction Act, making $173 million for home efficiency rebates and $172 million for home electrification available for things like appliance rebates, insulation and air sealing, heat pumps for space and water heating, and upgrades to smart electrical panels necessary to enable those retrofits.
Combining EV ownership with other electrification projects, such as upgrading your home with solar panels & battery storage, or investing in a heat pump, will help you save even more while reducing your environmental impact.
In Florida, you may qualify for home electrification incentives through your electricity provider in addition to the U.S. federal government. Scroll down to read rebate and incentive details for specific home electrification technologies.
Battery Storage
Currently there are no state or utility incentives for battery storage in Florida. However, the 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit provides a 30% federal tax credit on the cost of new battery storage systems size 3kWh and larger.
Electrical Panels
The 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit provides a federal tax credit for electrical panel upgrades needed to complete electrification projects like heat pumps and heat pump water heaters (up to 30% of project costs, capped at $600). The 25C tax credit can be used by renters, and homeowners making upgrades to their primary or secondary home.
Qualifying electrical panels must meet the standards of the National Electric Code (NEC) and have a capacity of 200 Amps or more. This means that your new/upgraded panel must be able to serve a load of at least 200 Amps, but you don’t need 200 Amps of incoming utility service. Smart panels may qualify if they allow you to serve a load of 200 Amps.
If you’re claiming 25D for a residential solar or battery storage project and the installation required you to upgrade your main panel, you may be able to apply 25D to electrical panel costs as well.
Heat Pumps & Heat Pump Water Heaters
The 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit also applies to heat pumps and heat pump water heaters. A 30% federal tax credit is available (capped at $2,000 dollars). Eligible technologies must meet certain energy efficiency requirements.
Orlando Utilities Commission customers can receive rebates up to $1,150 for new heat pump installs with SEER2 rating of 22.0.
Solar Panels
The 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit also provides a 30% federal tax credit on the cost of photovoltaic (PV) solar panel systems.
Boynton Beach residents can claim a rebate worth up to $1,500 for installing a PV solar power system sized 5 kW or greater.
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Progress Happening to Increase Electric Charging Stations in Tallahassee and Leon Co.
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