Sacramento, Central Valley

Apartment Complex EV Charger ROI in Sacramento

Tesla Supercharger host opportunities, grants, and revenue projections for apartment complexes in Sacramento, California.

Utility

SMUD

Avg sessions/day

12-20

Monthly revenue

$6K-$14K

Ideal chargers

4-10

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Why apartment complexes in Sacramento are a strong EV charger investment

Sacramento is the lowest commercial electricity rates of any major CA metro. With roughly 75,000+ registered EVs in Sacramento County and major demand drivers around the Capitol corridor and Tahoe-bound I-80 traffic, EV charging sessions at apartment complexes here run 12-20 per day per Level 3 charger. That puts gross monthly revenue per typical apartment complex site in the $6K-$14K range.

Apartment Complex sites combine 8-12 hours overnight of dwell time with the EV-driving demographic Sacramento attracts. Local utility rates of about $0.16/kWh through SMUD, paired with the property's rent premiums + low turnover + maximum grant coverage. make this combo one of the highest-ROI opportunities in Central Valley.

EV-driving tenants pay 5-12% rent premiums for buildings with charging

California building code is moving toward EV-ready mandates

Multifamily programs cover up to 85% of installation costs — the highest of any property type

EV charger grants available in Sacramento

Sacramento apartment complexes can stack federal, state, utility, and air-district programs. Estimated grant coverage: up to 80% of installation cost for qualifying sites.

Enhanced 30C Tax Credit

Many Sacramento census tracts qualify as low-income or non-urban — eligible for the maximum federal credit up to $100K per charger.

SMUD Commercial EV Programs

Local utility incentives at the lowest rates of any major California metro.

NEVI I-5 & I-80 Corridor

Federal NEVI funding for DC fast charging along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors near Sacramento.

Sacramento Metro AQMD Incentives

Air-district rebates for commercial EV charger installations in the Sacramento Metro AQMD region.

CALeVIP Rebates

California Energy Commission rebates for Level 2 and DC fast chargers, varying by region.

LCFS Credits

Ongoing per-kWh revenue from California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard credit market.

Eligibility, award amounts, and program availability vary and may change without notice. Charge ROI helps you check which programs your specific site may qualify for — we do not guarantee any grant award.

Project revenue for a Sacramento apartment complex

Recommended setup for this property type: 4-10 Level 2 for residents + 2-4 Level 3 for visitors. Adjust the calculator to match your site.

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Estimate Your Charging Revenue

Adjust the sliders to model revenue based on your site's unique characteristics. See how charger count, utilization, and pricing impact your bottom line.

Number of Chargers8

Avg Sessions per Stall / Day20 cars

Price per kWh (to Driver)$0.48

Electricity Cost per kWh$0.22

Solar Installed

Annual Revenue

$981K

Gross charging revenue

Annual Profit

$327K

33% margin

Daily Energy

5.6K kWh

~160 sessions/day

Monthly Breakdown

Charging Revenue$82K

Electricity Cost-$37K

Tesla Network Fee ($0.10/kWh)-$17K

Monthly Net Profit$27K

Long-Term Projections

Includes 7% annual EV demand growth

Annual Net Profit (incl. LCFS)$327K

5-Year Net Profit$2.8M

10-Year Net Profit$11.6M

Project Scope & Pricing

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Tesla restricts hardware and installation pricing under NDA. Request a sealed quote and financing terms via the Fast-Track assessment.

Revenue grows with EV adoption

EV charging demand is growing ~7% annually. Long-term projections compound this growth year over year as EV adoption accelerates.

Lending Options Available

Flexible financing and lending programs may be available to help with equipment and installation costs.

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Apartment Complex EV charger FAQs — Sacramento

What is the EV charger ROI for a apartment complex in Sacramento?

Apartment Complexes in Sacramento typically see 12-20 charging sessions per day per Level 3 charger, generating $6K-$14K in monthly gross revenue. With grants covering up to 80% of installation cost, payback periods are commonly 2-3 years. Actual results depend on site visibility, charger count, and utility costs (about $0.16/kWh via SMUD).

How many EV chargers should a Sacramento apartment complex install?

Most apartment complexes benefit from 4-10 chargers. Recommended mix: 4-10 Level 2 for residents + 2-4 Level 3 for visitors. The optimum depends on parking capacity, electrical service, and expected dwell time at your site.

What EV charger grants can a apartment complex in Sacramento apply for?

Apartment Complexes in Sacramento can stack the federal 30C tax credit (often at the enhanced level for disadvantaged-community tracts), SMUD utility programs, Sacramento Metro AQMD air-district rebates, NEVI corridor funding for sites near I-5 or I-80, CALeVIP, and ongoing LCFS credit revenue.

Is becoming a Tesla Supercharger host viable for a Sacramento apartment complex?

Yes. Tesla evaluates Supercharger host sites on visibility, parking capacity, electrical service, and proximity to demand. Sacramento apartment complexes near the Capitol corridor and Tahoe-bound I-80 traffic typically score well on these criteria. Charge ROI helps fast-track the Tesla Supercharger host application and stack additional grants on top.

What does it cost to install 4 EV chargers at a Sacramento apartment complex?

Installation costs vary widely based on electrical service, trenching, and site conditions. Hardware plus install for DC fast chargers typically runs $80K-$150K per port. The federal 30C tax credit, SMUD make-ready coverage, and CALeVIP rebates can reduce net out-of-pocket cost by 60-80% for qualifying Sacramento sites.