State guide
U.S. Virgin Islands
VI2 / 10AdoptionThe U.S. Virgin Islands has minimal EV infrastructure. The islands' small size (St. Croix is 28 miles long, St. Thomas is 13 miles long) means range is not a concern. High electricity costs from diesel generation and limited charging access are the key EV considerations.
Last updated September 2026
EV Charging Snapshot
Developing- EV Adoption Rate
- 1.0%
- Public Chargers
- 30
- Top Incentive
- No state EV incentive; check local utility programs
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Incentives and rebates
Amounts shift as funding rounds open and close. Confirm the live program page before you apply.
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- none
- Summary
- The U.S. Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) does not publish a residential EV time-of-use rate. USVI residential electric rates remain among the highest in the United States under flat residential schedules, reflecting WAPA's reliance on imported fuel for generation.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Net metering and solar export
Matters if you pair rooftop solar with home charging.
- Status
- net billing
- Summary
- Net metering in the U.S. Virgin Islands expired by statute (12 V.I.C. § 1149) on January 1, 2025 for residential systems over 10 kW; those systems transition to WAPA's Net Energy Billing (NEB) program starting January 1, 2026. Residential systems of 10 kW or less remain under the original net metering structure. NEB credits exports at 75% of the LEAC fuel rate, below retail, with credits applied to lower future bills.
- Source
- SourceVerified Sep 2026
Right to charge
Whether an HOA or landlord can block a home charger install.
- What it does
- The U.S. Virgin Islands have no right-to-charge statute. There is no comparable territorial framework analogous to mainland HOA right-to-charge laws.
- Source
- SourceVerified Jun 2026
Registration and EV fees
The annual surcharge that replaces gas-tax revenue.
| Vehicle type | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Battery electric (EV) | None |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | None |
Utilities serving U.S. Virgin Islands
Your EV rate, rebates, and make-ready programs depend on who serves your address.
Utility coverage for U.S. Virgin Islands is being expanded. Major utility pages will appear here as they ship.
Public charging network
Very limited public charging. The V.I. Energy Office has opened public Level 2 chargers on St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, alongside some hotel-based charging, and is installing the territory's first DC fast charger on St. Croix as part of energy transition planning.
The AFDC lists no public EV charging stations for U.S. Virgin Islands.
Regulatory environment
The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) provides electricity from diesel generation. High electricity costs are standard across the territory. The USVI has set renewable energy goals, and increasing renewable generation would improve the environmental and economic case for EVs.
Sources
- EIA Form 861Retrieved May 2026
- NREL Alternative Fuels Data CenterRetrieved May 2026
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