As of October 2026, the main federal help for buying an induction stove or cooktop is the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program (HEAR). It allows up to $840 toward an ENERGY STAR-certified electric or induction cooktop, range or stove. It is only for income-qualified households in states that have launched it. There is no federal tax credit for an induction stove in 2026. The energy-efficient home improvement credit (25C) ended for projects placed in service after December 31, 2025, and it never covered cooktops. Utility and state programs may offer more, so check your zip code before you buy.
I looked into rebates when my sister switched from gas to induction this year, and I update this page when programs change. I’m not a tax professional, so this guide summarizes what program websites publish and links to them. Program rules and funding change often; confirm everything with the program itself before you buy.
Induction rebates and tax credits at a glance
- The HEAR rebate gives up to $840 for an ENERGY STAR-certified electric or induction cooktop, range or stove.
- Households under 150% of Area Median Income (AMI) qualify. Those under 80% of AMI can get up to 100% of costs covered, and those between 80% and 150% up to 50%, up to the cap.
- It’s only available in states that have launched it; about 14 had as of late September 2026.
- HEAR also helps pay for electrical panels and wiring for eligible households in participating states.
- There’s no federal tax credit for induction stoves in 2026.
- Also check with your electric utility and your state energy office.
The HEAR rebate for induction stoves and cooktops
The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program (often shortened to HEAR or HEEHRA) was created by the Inflation Reduction Act and is run by individual states with federal funding. According to Rewiring America’s HEAR guide, the federal maximum is $840 for an electric or induction stove, cooktop, range or oven, and the product must be ENERGY STAR certified. States decide whether to include cooking appliances and may set lower amounts or stricter rules.
Rebates are usually given at the point of sale (an instant discount through an approved retailer or contractor) or soon after, not as money you claim on your taxes.
Who qualifies for the HEAR rebate
| Household income | What HEAR can cover |
|---|---|
| Below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) | Up to 100% of project costs, up to the $840 cooktop cap |
| 80% to 150% of AMI | Up to 50% of project costs, up to the cap |
| Above 150% of AMI | Not eligible |
Area Median Income depends on your county and household size; your state program has a lookup tool. Many programs also accept proof of enrollment in programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Medicaid as income proof.
Which states offer the HEAR rebate?
As of the National Association of State Energy Officials’ (NASEO) September 30, 2026 tracker, cited in Rebate Atlas’s HEAR guide (updated October 22, 2026), these states and D.C. had launched HEAR:
Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Indiana, Maine, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Rhode Island, West Virginia and Wisconsin.
Important caveats from that guide: “launched” doesn’t mean money is still available; Colorado’s single-family program was reported closed in 2026; Idaho stopped participating; and South Dakota didn’t apply. Rewiring America also notes that some states paused or delayed programs because of federal funding uncertainty. Check your state energy office’s site for the current status.
Help with wiring and electrical panels
Switching from gas often needs a new 240-volt circuit, and sometimes a panel upgrade. HEAR includes separate caps for electrical panels and wiring for eligible households in participating states; check your state’s amounts. My sister’s state program covered part of her new circuit; she paid the rest of the electrician’s bill herself. To see what the wiring involves, read Induction Cooktop Electrical Requirements and How to Install an Induction Cooktop.
Is there a tax credit for induction stoves?
Not in 2026. The federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (Section 25C) was ended by the 2025 budget law for property placed in service after December 31, 2025 (summary of Section 70505). Cooktops and stoves weren’t on its list of qualifying improvements in any case. It did cover electrical panel upgrades, so a panel upgrade completed by December 31, 2025 may still be claimed on a 2025 return using IRS Form 5695. Ask a tax professional about your situation.
Utility and state rebates
Many electric utilities and some states and cities run their own induction rebates, sometimes open to everyone regardless of income, and some offer free loaner portable induction burners to try.
- Search your zip code in the ENERGY STAR Rebate Finder.
- Check your electric utility’s “rebates” or “electrification” page.
- Check your state energy office.
- Ask your utility about induction loaner programs, which let you try a portable burner at home for free.
How to claim an induction rebate, step by step
- Check eligibility first: find your state program, confirm it’s open, and check your income against AMI.
- Get pre-approved if the program requires it, before you buy anything.
- Choose an ENERGY STAR-certified model and confirm it’s on the program’s list.
- Buy through an approved retailer or contractor if required, so the discount is applied at checkout.
- Keep the paperwork: the receipt, model number, installation invoice and income documents.
- Stack carefully: utility rebates can often be combined with HEAR; check each program’s rules.
Which induction cooktops qualify?
HEAR requires ENERGY STAR certification. ENERGY STAR’s electric cooking criteria cover cooktops and ranges, including standalone and portable cooktops, but not standalone ovens. Certified products are on average 18% more efficient than standard models, according to ENERGY STAR. Search the model number in ENERGY STAR’s product finder before buying. When you’re ready to shop, read Best Induction Cooktops and Best 30-Inch Induction Cooktops.
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FAQ
Is there a rebate for induction stoves in 2026?
Yes, in some states. The federal HEAR program allows up to $840 toward an ENERGY STAR-certified electric or induction stove or cooktop for income-qualified households where the state has launched it. Utilities may offer separate rebates.
Is there a tax credit for induction stoves?
No. There’s no federal tax credit for induction stoves in 2026. The 25C home improvement credit ended for projects placed in service after December 31, 2025, and it didn’t cover stoves.
Who qualifies for the $840 induction rebate?
Households earning under 150% of their Area Median Income in a state that has launched HEAR. Households under 80% can get up to the full cost covered up to the cap; those at 80–150% can get up to half.
Can I get a rebate after I buy an induction cooktop?
Usually not for HEAR, which isn’t retroactive and often applies at the point of sale. Some utility rebates are claimed after purchase; check before you buy.
Do induction rebates cover installation?
HEAR has separate caps for wiring and electrical panels for eligible households, which can help with the new circuit many gas-to-induction switches need.
Does a portable induction cooktop qualify for a rebate?
ENERGY STAR’s criteria include standalone and portable cooktops, but whether a rebate covers them depends on your state or utility program.