The May 2026 AFDC data refresh brought notable shifts to the national EV charging landscape. The total station count grew by 71 (0.1%), and ports increased by 717 (0.3%). At the same time, the network expanded geographically with 191 new cities gaining their first charging stations.
State-Level Changes
| State | Change | Current Total |
|---|---|---|
| Largest Decreases | ||
| Illinois | -14 | 1,894 |
| New Jersey | -5 | 1,923 |
| Texas | -4 | 3,995 |
| South Carolina | -4 | 741 |
| Maine | -4 | 678 |
| Notable Gains | ||
| New York +21 cities | +20 | 5,525 |
| Massachusetts +3 cities | +12 | 4,524 |
| Colorado +4 cities | +10 | 2,958 |
| California +15 cities | +9 | 20,632 |
| Oregon +7 cities | +8 | 1,758 |
Network Changes
191 New Cities
The charging network expanded to 191 new cities across 42 states, extending coverage into rural and underserved areas.
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Puerto Rico
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Washington
Wisconsin
What This Means
The increase of 71 stations signals continued expansion of the national EV charging network. Combined with 191 new cities gaining their first chargers, this reflects sustained investment from both public and private sectors. As more EVs hit the road, infrastructure buildout is keeping pace with demand.
For EV drivers, the key takeaway is that the national charging network continues to grow, with geographic reach expanding even as data quality improvements refine the overall numbers. Explore the full picture on our national statistics dashboard, visualize trends in our interactive charts, or learn about charging levels and connector types.
Data source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Station Locator. Station counts compare the previous week's snapshot with the May 17, 2026 data pull. This analysis covers public and private EV charging stations (ELEC fuel type) in all 50 states and DC.