Step 1: Identify your utility.
The biggest single rebate comes from your electric utility — but LA has FIVE different utilities, and you only qualify for the one that serves YOUR home. Don’t apply to the wrong one.
| Utility | Cities served |
|---|
| LADWP | Most of LA city, Hollywood, Venice, Wilmington, Sherman Oaks (most), San Fernando Valley (most), Pacific Palisades |
| SCE | Long Beach, Beverly Hills, Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Pasadena suburbs (South Pas, Sierra Madre), Whittier, Glendora |
| PWP | Pasadena only |
| GWP | Glendale only |
| BWP | Burbank only |
Not sure? Look at your last electric bill — the utility name is at the top. Or check ladwp.com/service-area for LADWP’s territory map.
Step 2: Apply for your utility rebate.
LADWP Charge Up LA!
Up to $1,500 for income-qualified customers (under $103,000 household income in 2026), $750 for standard. Requires Level 2 charger, ENERGY STAR certified, professionally installed. Application at ladwp.com/chargeupla.
SCE Charge Ready Home
Up to $1,000 toward installation costs. Pre-approval required BEFORE install begins. Application at sce.com/ev/charge-ready-home. Allow 4–6 weeks for approval; another 6–8 weeks for rebate payment after inspection.
PWP Residential EV Charger Rebate
Up to $600 for Pasadena residents. Application after inspection at cityofpasadena.net/water-and-power. Funds processed in 4–8 weeks.
GWP Residential EV Charger Rebate
Up to $599 for Glendale residents. Apply at glendaleca.gov/government/departments/glendale-water-and-power. Standard processing 4–8 weeks.
BWP EV Charger Rebate
Up to $500 for Burbank residents. Apply at burbankca.gov/web/bwp. 6–8 week processing.
Your installer should handle all this paperwork. If they don’t — pick a different installer. This is what they’re paid for.
Step 3: Claim the federal 30C tax credit.
The Alternative Fuel Refueling Property Credit covers 30% of your installation cost (up to $1,000) for chargers in qualifying census tracts.
To qualify, your home must be in either:
- A low-income community (median household income below 80% of state median), OR
- A non-urban census tract (defined by US Census)
Many LA neighborhoods qualify — particularly East LA, South LA, Sun Valley, North Hollywood, parts of Long Beach, parts of Pasadena. Check eligibility at energy.gov or ask your tax preparer. You claim it on IRS Form 8911 with your federal return.
Important: 30C is a tax credit (not refund). You must have federal tax liability to claim it. Most LA homeowners do.
Step 4: Apply for any bonus city/state programs.
Smaller programs come and go. Currently active in 2026:
- CA Clean Vehicle Rebate (CVRP) — for the vehicle, not the charger. Up to $7,500 for income-qualified buyers.
- City of LA Sustainability grants — occasionally available, see climateaction.lacity.gov
- Inflation Reduction Act vehicle credits — up to $7,500 for new EVs, $4,000 for used. Separate from charger credit.