State guide
North Dakota
ND2 / 10AdoptionNorth Dakota has no state EV purchase rebate, no ZEV mandate, and one of the lowest EV adoption rates in the US. NEVI funds are designated for I-94 and I-29 corridor charging, but no stations have been awarded. Cold winters (-40°F possible) create significant range challenges. Fargo and Bismarck are the primary EV markets.
Last updated September 2026
EV Charging Snapshot
Developing- EV Adoption Rate
- 2.0%
- Public Chargers
- 105
- Top Incentive
- NEVI Formula Program, up to 80% of project costs
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EV adoption snapshot
Public chargers per 1,000 EVs
54.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power EV Charger Rebate | $500 | Otter Tail Power residential customers in North Dakota who install a Level 2 charger on a qualified off-peak rate. A 2026 North Dakota rebate application is posted; confirmed still open as of September 1, 2026. | 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 North Dakota (I-94, I-29). As of September 1, 2026, NDDOT has not opened solicitations or made awards; the program was paused in February 2025 and NDDOT is reevaluating its approach under FHWA's August 2025 guidance. | 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
- rare
- Summary
- Xcel Energy North Dakota, MDU (Montana-Dakota Utilities), and Otter Tail Power serve most North Dakota residential customers. None currently publish a dedicated residential EV time-of-use rate in North Dakota; Otter Tail Power's EV-specific rates are limited to Minnesota customers, though its North Dakota customers can use general off-peak rates. Cooperatives serve much of rural North Dakota, mostly at flat residential rates, though Cass County Electric Cooperative offers an optional time-of-day rate.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Net metering and solar export
Matters if you pair rooftop solar with home charging.
- Status
- full retail
- Summary
- North Dakota's net metering rule, administered by the Public Service Commission under NDAC 69-09-07-09, applies to renewable generating systems up to 100 kW served by investor-owned utilities (Otter Tail Power, Montana-Dakota Utilities, and Xcel Energy's Northern States Power). Generation offsets consumption at the retail rate within the billing period; net excess generation remaining at the end of the month is purchased at the utility's avoided cost rate. Customers of municipal utilities and cooperatives are not covered by the state rule and follow each provider's own tariff.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Right to charge
Whether an HOA or landlord can block a home charger install.
- Statute
- N.D. Cent. Code § 47-04.1-16
- Applies to
- condo
- What it does
- North Dakota's Condominium Ownership Act prohibits associations from unreasonably restricting installation or use of an EV charging station in an owner's designated parking space or limited common area. The homeowner is responsible for all installation, operating, and maintenance costs. The statute applies to condominium associations and does not extend to single-family HOAs or rental properties.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Registration and EV fees
The annual surcharge that replaces gas-tax revenue.
| Vehicle type | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Battery electric (EV) | $120/year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $50/year |
Utilities serving North Dakota
Your EV rate, rebates, and make-ready programs depend on who serves your address.
Utility coverage for North Dakota is being expanded. Major utility pages will appear here as they ship.
Public charging network
ChargePoint and Blink have limited presence. Tesla Supercharger coverage is sparse. Fargo and Bismarck have basic coverage. I-94 (Fargo to Bismarck to Dickinson) is the NEVI priority corridor. Extreme cold (-40°F) can reduce EV range by 50% or more.
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| Tesla (incl. Destination) | 10 |
| Electrify America | 4 |
| EVgo | 2 |
| ChargePoint | 37 |
| Other networks | 50 |
| DC fast ports | 141 |
| Level 2 public ports | 126 |
Source: NREL Alternative Fuels Data Center, as of Aug 2026.
Top cities for public charging
- 1Fargo24 stations
- 2Jamestown10 stations
- 3Bismarck10 stations
- 4Grand Forks9 stations
- 5West Fargo8 stations
Regulatory environment
North Dakota is a major oil and gas producing state with strong political opposition to EV mandates. No ZEV mandate, no state programs. NDDOT is administering NEVI corridor funds, which represent the state's primary EV infrastructure investment.
Sources
- EIA Form 861Retrieved May 2026
- NREL Alternative Fuels Data CenterRetrieved May 2026
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