State guide
Arkansas
AR2 / 10AdoptionArkansas has no state EV rebate, no ZEV mandate, and minimal utility programs. NEVI investments are building coverage on I-40 and I-30. Little Rock and Fayetteville/Bentonville (Walmart HQ area) are the primary EV markets. With the federal credits ended, Entergy Arkansas's eTech charger rebate is the main remaining incentive.
Last updated September 2026
EV Charging Snapshot
Developing- EV Adoption Rate
- 2.0%
- Public Chargers
- 1,121
- Top Incentive
- NEVI Formula Program, up to 80% of project costs
What applies to your address?
Enter your ZIP code to see your electric utility, county, and the most relevant EV charging programs.
We don't store or log ZIP codes.
EV adoption snapshot
Public chargers per 1,000 EVs
28.9
Lower ratio = more demand per existing charger
Incentives and rebates
Amounts shift as funding rounds open and close. Confirm the live program page before you apply.
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas eTech EV Charger Rebate | $250 per port for a qualifying Level 2 charger | Entergy Arkansas customers who purchase qualifying Level 2 charging equipment through the eTech program | Learn more ↗ |
| Federal EV Charger Tax Credit (30C) | Ended June 30, 2026 (no longer available) | The federal 30C charger credit ended June 30, 2026. It previously covered residential charging equipment placed in service in an eligible census tract; property placed in service after that date cannot claim it. | Learn more ↗ |
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEVI Formula Program | Up to 80% of project costs | EV charging along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors in Arkansas (I-40, I-30, I-55) | Learn more ↗ |
| Entergy Arkansas eTech Commercial Charging Rebates | $250 per Level 2 port; $750 to $1,500 per DC fast charging port | Entergy Arkansas business customers installing qualifying Level 2 or DC fast charging through the eTech program | Learn more ↗ |
| Federal 30C Commercial Charger Tax Credit | Ended June 30, 2026 (no longer available) | The federal 30C charger credit ended June 30, 2026. It previously covered commercial charging equipment placed in service in an eligible census tract; property placed in service after that date cannot claim it. | Learn more ↗ |
Time-of-use rates
Peak windows and prices are set by each utility and change at rate cases.
- Availability
- statewide
- Summary
- Entergy Arkansas, SWEPCO, and OG&E (in western Arkansas) each offer residential time-of-use rates designed for EV charging. Entergy's seasonal TOU offers $0.05 per kWh from 10pm to 6am year-round. SWEPCO's plan provides an off-peak rate near $0.03 per kWh. OG&E offers two TOU plans with fixed off-peak pricing.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Net metering and solar export
Matters if you pair rooftop solar with home charging.
- Status
- net billing
- Summary
- Arkansas transitioned new net metering customers to a non-legacy tariff at avoided cost beginning October 1, 2024, under Act 278 of 2023 and the Arkansas Public Service Commission net-metering rules adopted in Docket 23-021-R. SWEPCO and Entergy Arkansas credit exports at roughly 4 to 6 cents per kWh against retail rates near 11 to 13 cents. Customers interconnected before the cutoff are grandfathered into legacy 1:1 net metering until June 2040.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Right to charge
Whether an HOA or landlord can block a home charger install.
- What it does
- Arkansas has no right-to-charge statute. HOAs and condominium associations may lawfully restrict or prohibit EV charging station installation, subject only to general architectural-review obligations under the governing documents.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Registration and EV fees
The annual surcharge that replaces gas-tax revenue.
| Vehicle type | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Battery electric (EV) | $200/year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $100/year |
Utilities serving Arkansas
Your EV rate, rebates, and make-ready programs depend on who serves your address.
Utility coverage for Arkansas is being expanded. Major utility pages will appear here as they ship.
Public charging network
ChargePoint and Tesla Supercharger have minimal presence. Little Rock and Bentonville/Fayetteville have basic coverage. I-40 (connecting Tennessee to Oklahoma) is the primary NEVI target. Walmart's headquarters in Bentonville drives corporate EV adoption and fleet electrification interest.
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| Tesla (incl. Destination) | 56 |
| Electrify America | 5 |
| EVgo | 4 |
| ChargePoint | 126 |
| Other networks | 164 |
| DC fast ports | 296 |
| Level 2 public ports | 815 |
Source: NREL Alternative Fuels Data Center, as of Aug 2026.
Top cities for public charging
- 1Little Rock63 stations
- 2Bentonville30 stations
- 3Fayetteville26 stations
- 4North Little Rock20 stations
- 5Hot Springs17 stations
Regulatory environment
Arkansas has no ZEV mandate and no state EV programs. ARDOT is administering NEVI corridor funds. Walmart's Bentonville campus is a notable corporate driver of EV adoption and charging infrastructure in northwest Arkansas, independent of state policy.
Sources
- EIA Form 861Retrieved May 2026
- NREL Alternative Fuels Data CenterRetrieved May 2026
Free guide
The Home EV Charging Guide
Everything a homeowner needs to go from curious to charging. Chargers, installation, costs, and the credits that pay for it. No sales pitch.
- Do you actually need Level 2?
- What installation really involves
- Costs, credits, and incentives
- Your install-day checklist
Free, just your email address.
Free guide
The Commercial Charging Playbook
A practical guide to deploying commercial EV charging that pays for itself. Planning, utility coordination, funding, and the real business case. No vendor spin.
- Should your property offer charging?
- Planning and the deployment process
- Funding: NEVI, CFI, and state and utility programs
- ROI and the business case
Free, just your email address.
The Weekly EV Charging Briefing
One email a week. Just EV news that matters.
By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy. Unsubscribe any time.