SMUD Free EV Charger & Installation (Income-Eligible)

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

SMUD Free EV Charger & Installation (Income-Eligible) is available to homeowners in Sacramento, CA.

SMUD offers income-eligible EAPR customers a completely free Level 2 EV charger and circuit installation (up to $2,500 value) for single-family homes. Non-income-eligible SMUD customers can receive up to $600 in Charge@Home rebates ($250 toward the charger + $500 for circuit installation minus standard rebate cap). The free program requires EAPR enrollment.

EAPR customers get free charger + free installation (up to $2,500); general customers get up to $600 rebate

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Sacramento, CA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • EAPR customers: free Level 2 charger + free circuit installation (up to $2,500)
  • General customers: up to $250 for charger + up to $500 for circuit install
  • Must be a SMUD customer in a single-family home
  • EAPR enrollment required for free installation; apply at smud.org
  • EV ownership is not required to apply, plan ahead for future EV purchase

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

916-732-5060

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling, for EAPR customers

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for SMUD Free EV Charger & Installation (Income-Eligible) in Sacramento?

SMUD Free EV Charger & Installation (Income-Eligible) is open to homeowners in Sacramento, CA. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for SMUD Free EV Charger & Installation (Income-Eligible) in Sacramento, CA?

Apply directly with Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) using the official program link on this page or call 916-732-5060. There is no middleman and no fee.

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