Most utilities in this series run one flat rebate number for their whole territory. Pepco doesn’t — it splits the incentive by jurisdiction, which means the “right” answer to “how much does Pepco pay” depends on which side of the Potomac the charger is going in.
$300 in Maryland, $500 in DC
| Detail | Maryland | Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Pepco rebate | $300 | $500 |
| Charger requirement | Smart Level 2, Pepco-approved list | Smart Level 2, Pepco-approved list |
| Data-sharing agreement | Required | Required |
| Stackable state rebate | MEA EVSE Rebate — 50% up to $700 | None |
| Payment timeline | 4-6 weeks after approval | 6-10 weeks after approval |
According to Maryland Energy Administration’s own program tracker, the state EVSE rebate was only about 19% subscribed as of mid-August 2026 against its $1.5 million budget — meaning Maryland customers stacking both programs still have a real shot at funding this cycle, unlike some of the first-come-first-served utility programs elsewhere in this series that close out within weeks of opening.
The approved list — and one name to watch for
Both tiers require the charger to come from Pepco’s approved list at pepco.com/ElectricVehicles, and both require agreeing to share charging data with Pepco as a rebate condition — a stricter ask than programs like Georgia Power’s, which has no approved-equipment list at all.
ChargePoint Home Flex
- ChargePoint's Home Flex and CPH25 models are named directly on Pepco's approved list, clearing both the Maryland and DC rebate.
- Its adjustable 16-50A output works whether the circuit is a 40A or a 50A breaker, so one model covers most Pepco-territory panels.
- See our full ChargePoint Home Flex review for the NEMA 14-50 versus hardwired breakdown.
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Emporia Smart EV Charger
- Emporia's Smart EV Charger is named on Pepco's DC-recommended list and is typically the lowest-cost route to clearing either rebate tier.
- Its app already handles the network connectivity and data-sharing Pepco's rebate requires, without a separate hub.
- Read our full Emporia EV charger review for how it compares against ChargePoint on price per kW.
One name worth a caution flag: Pepco’s approved list has historically also included Enel X JuiceBox models. Enel X exited the North American EV charging business in October 2024, and JuiceBox’s cloud-connected scheduling and app features have been unreliable ever since — rebate eligibility on paper doesn’t fix a charger whose cloud backend no longer works. ChargePoint and Emporia are the safer picks from the approved list.
How to actually claim it
- Buy an approved smart charger — ChargePoint or Emporia are the two safest picks from Pepco’s list.
- Install and connect it to Wi-Fi, since Pepco confirms network connectivity before paying out.
- Submit Pepco’s residential EVSE rebate application (pepco.com/ElectricVehicles) with proof of purchase and installation, and agree to the data-sharing terms.
- Maryland customers: separately file the MEA Residential EVSE Rebate through the MyMEA portal for the additional 50%-up-to-$700, before the May 31, 2027 deadline or funding runs out.
The bottom line
Pepco’s rebate isn’t one number — it’s $300 in Maryland or $500 in DC, and Maryland customers who also file the state MEA rebate can stack meaningfully more on top. Either way, stick to ChargePoint or Emporia from the approved list rather than an older JuiceBox unit whose cloud features no longer hold up. Our EV charger rebate guide covers the rest of the country outside Pepco territory, and our EV charger installation cost guide breaks down what a typical install runs before any rebate is applied.