IRS Section 30C Alternative Fuel Tax Credit: 2026 EV Charger Guide
Under IRS Code Section 30C, homeowners who install a qualified Level 2 EV charging station in eligible census tracts can claim a federal tax credit equal to 30% of total hardware and installation labor expenses (up to $1,000 max) using IRS Form 8911. When combined with Pacific Power's $500 cash-back rebate, Central Oregon homeowners can offset over 70% of total turn-key installation costs.
1. Eligible Installation Expenses Covered Under 30C
- Level 2 EVSE Hardware (Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint, Emporia, Grizzl-E)
- Licensed Electrician Labor Charges
- Circuit Breaker & Electrical Panel Capacity Upgrades
- Conduit, Wire, and Receptacle Materials
- Deschutes County / City of Bend Trade Permit Fees
Stack $500 Pacific Power Rebate + 30% Federal Tax Credit
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Figure 1: 3-Step Incentive Stacking Workflow for Pacific Power Rebate & 30C Tax Credit
2. Census Tract Eligibility Rules
Under Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) revisions, the 30C tax credit applies to installations located in non-urban or low-income census tracts. Most single-family residential areas in Central Oregon qualify. Consult your tax professional when filing IRS Form 8911.
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