Illinois EV charger installers
Residential Level 2
Commercial & fleet
DC fast charging
Multifamily & HOA
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License check
We confirm the installer holds a current electrical license in the state where they operate.
EV-specific experience
We look for documented history installing EV chargers, not general electrical work alone.
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By the numbers
Illinois’s EV charging landscape has grown quickly over the past several years, though most of that growth has happened in a relatively small footprint of the state.
Illinois has 1,856 public charging locations
AFDC lists 6,140 ports.
Illinois has 3,250 Level 2 and 2,887 DC fast ports
AFDC lists 3 Level 1 ports.
Illinois NEVI planning covers FY2022–FY2026
Illinois annual deployment plans.
Current fuel and energy prices
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Fuel type
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Current Illinois average
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Source
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Residential electricity
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19.22¢ / kWh
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EIA, July 2026
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Regular gasoline
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$4.78 / gal
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AAA, September 28, 2026
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Mid-grade gasoline
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$5.38 / gal
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AAA, September 28, 2026
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Premium gasoline
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$5.93 / gal
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AAA, September 28, 2026
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Diesel
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$6.79 / gal
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AAA, September 28, 2026
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Current fuel and energy prices
Electricity, at home
$4.81–$6.41
19.22¢/kWh × 3–4 mi/kWh (DOE efficiency data)
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Regular gasoline
$14.93–$17.07
$4.78/gal ÷ 28–32 mpg
You save per 100 miles
$8.53–$12.26
Charging infrastructure map
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Frequently asked questions
Straightforward answers to what people usually ask before installing an EV charger or hiring an installer in Illinois.
Illinois EPA’s current EV Rebate Program cycle runs from August 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Eligible Illinois residents may receive $2,000 for a qualifying new or used all-electric vehicle, or $4,000 if they meet the Electric Vehicle Rebate Act’s low-income criteria. The vehicle’s base purchase or selling price cannot exceed $80,000 and it must be bought from an Illinois-licensed dealer; leased, rented, and out-of-state-dealer vehicles are not eligible. Applications must be postmarked during the open cycle and within 180 days of purchase. The program has $14 million appropriated for the current fiscal year and is subject to available funding.
Yes. Illinois charges battery-electric vehicle owners a $100 annual fee in addition to standard registration fees. A portion of this fee goes to the Illinois Road Fund. The charge applies to a battery-electric vehicle; it should not be assumed to apply in the same way to every hybrid or plug-in hybrid. Because standard registration charges and administrative requirements are separate, owners should use the current Illinois Secretary of State renewal information to confirm their total amount due.
Generally, yes, subject to statutory conditions. A renter may install a Level 1 or Level 2 charger at a parking space allotted to the lessee, but the landlord may require reimbursement for electricity, necessary wiring or electrical upgrades, certain network-access fees, and a security deposit for restoration if the charger is removed. Condominium and common-interest associations may not prohibit or restrict a charger in an owner’s designated space, though reasonable restrictions may apply. Both renters and owners must meet applicable codes and standards, use a licensed contractor, and provide required insurance documentation.
No. Battery-electric vehicles are exempt from Illinois motor-vehicle emissions inspections. The exemption is specifically for a battery-electric vehicle, so it should not be assumed to cover a hybrid or plug-in hybrid. Owners must still comply with other applicable registration and vehicle requirements.
Ameren Illinois has a current Optional Electric Vehicle Charging Program for eligible residential customers. Its 2026 program includes residential EV rate and rebate provisions, with qualifying customers required to provide vehicle and charging-equipment information; rebate participants must use qualifying networked ENERGY STAR charging equipment. Ameren’s broader 2026 beneficial-electrification plan also includes Residential ChargeReady, ChargeSmart, and managed-charging elements designed to support Level 2 charging and encourage charging at grid-friendly times. These programs apply only within Ameren Illinois service territory and current eligibility and enrollment rules should be confirmed before installation.
