EV charger installation cost in Salt Lake City, UT

Installing a Level 2 EV charger in Salt Lake City typically costs $749–$2,500 (Qmerit national range; no Salt Lake City-specific total found), plus a permit: All electrical permits: $59 base fee plus listed items (service change/alteration or minor remodel, single/two-family: $40), plus 1% Utah state fee.

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Cost breakdown

Permit fee	All electrical permits: $59 base fee plus listed items (service change/alteration or minor remodel, single/two-family: $40), plus 1% Utah state fee. ^[2] General electrical permit fee from the official city/county fee schedule (accessed 2026-10-25); the schedule has no EV-charger line. Your actual permit may cost more or less.
Utility rebate	Rocky Mountain Power: Home charger rebate ended 2026-01-01 (secondary source). Wattsmart Drive bill credits for managed charging.. ^[3]^[4]
Electrician wage (context)	$30.11/hr (BLS OEWS May 2025 median, Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro) ^[5]^[6] This is what electricians are paid (the BLS median wage). It is not what customers are billed. Contractor rates include overhead and margin and are usually higher.
Charger hardware	We don't have sourced charger prices yet, so we don't list any. Level 2 home chargers range from basic plug-in units to hardwired smart models. Check current prices from the retailer. Popular Level 2 chargers on Amazon: Grizzl-E Classic Level 2 EV charger (40A, NEMA 14-50 plug) ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV charger (NEMA 14-50 plug) Emporia Level 2 EV charger (48A, hardwired) As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Total installed cost	$749–$2,500 (national range; typical standard install about $1,700). No city-specific figure found. ^[1] National figure from Qmerit's 2026 installation data, not specific to this city. Qmerit's component breakdown includes charger hardware ($300–$900); panel upgrades can add $1,500–$3,000.

Utility rebate checker

Utility	Rebate amount	Eligibility	Source
Rocky Mountain Power	Home charger rebate ended 2026-01-01 (secondary source). Wattsmart Drive bill credits for managed charging.	Utah customers	Rocky Mountain Power – Wattsmart Drive

Do I need a permit to install an EV charger in Salt Lake City?

Installing a hardwired Level 2 charger or a new 240V circuit usually requires an electrical permit. Confirm with the City of Salt Lake City or the city links in the sources below. We have not found an EV-specific fee for this city.

Is there a utility rebate in Salt Lake City?

Rocky Mountain Power: Home charger rebate ended 2026-01-01 (secondary source). Wattsmart Drive bill credits for managed charging..

Is the electrician wage what I'll pay?

This is what electricians are paid (the BLS median wage). It is not what customers are billed. Contractor rates include overhead and margin and are usually higher.

What is the total installation cost?

We did not find a Salt Lake City-specific figure. Nationally, Qmerit's 2026 installation data puts a Level 2 home charger install at $749 to $2,500, with a standard install averaging about $1,700. Panel upgrades or long wire runs cost more. Get written quotes from licensed electricians.

Is there a federal tax credit for a home EV charger?

Not for new installs. The federal EV charger credit (section 30C) is not allowed for any property placed in service after June 30, 2026. Source: IRS – FAQs for modification of sections 25C, 25D, 25E, 30C, 30D… under Public Law 119-21 (OBBB), FS-2025-05 (accessed 2026-10-25).

Sources

"Secondary" means a third-party site, not the official agency or utility. Confirm these figures with the official source before relying on them.

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026. See our methodology or compare all cities.