20,670 EV stations across California
18,286 DC fast and 57,036 Level 2 — 381 reported down this week . Los Angeles and San Diego lead the state .
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California has 20,670 public EV charging stations with 76,090 charging ports as of June 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 57,036 Level 2 chargers and 18,286 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla. Data last synced June 21, 2026.
Cities in California
Los Angeles
San Diego
Irvine
San Jose
San Francisco
Sacramento
Santa Clara
Menlo Park
San Mateo
Santa Monica
Palo Alto
Long Beach
Sunnyvale
South San Francisco
Anaheim
Redwood City
Fresno
Mountain View
Torrance
Oakland
San Bernardino
Fremont
Burlingame
Bakersfield
Napa
Cupertino
Ontario
Fullerton
Riverside
Hayward
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Hotels with EV Charging in California
394 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 1,435 Level 2 ports and 400 DC fast chargers.
Infrastructure Grade
24% DC Fast
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio
18,286 of 76,090 ports
How is this graded?
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio:
- A: 40%+ DC Fast ports
- B: 30–39%
- C: 20–29%
- D: 10–19%
- F: Under 10%
Density Metrics
Data Status
Current
Last updated: Jun 23, 2026
Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC
California has 20,670 EV charging stations with 76,090 ports across 808 cities, making it the 1st state for EV infrastructure in the United States — accounting for 24.0% of the nation's charging network. Los Angeles leads with 2,069 stations, followed by San Diego (979) and Irvine (800).
24% of the state's ports (18,286) are DC fast chargers, while 75% (57,036) are Level 2. Our guide to charging levels explains the difference between Level 2 and DC fast chargers. See how California compares visually in our state-by-state charging chart. EV buyers in California may also qualify for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits. See how California fits into the national EV charging landscape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV charging stations are in California?
California has 20,670 public EV charging stations with 76,090 charging ports as of June 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 57,036 Level 2 chargers and 18,286 DC fast chargers across 808 cities.
Which cities in California have the most charging stations?
Los Angeles leads with 2,069 stations. California has 20,670 total stations across 808 cities.
How does California's EV infrastructure compare?
California ranks #1 for EV infrastructure with 20,670 stations and 76,090 ports. 24% of ports are DC fast chargers.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in California?
Charging costs in California vary by charger type. Level 2 public charging typically runs $1–$3 per hour or about $0.20–$0.35 per kWh, while DC fast charging usually costs $0.30–$0.60 per kWh. Many workplaces and retail locations offer free Level 2 charging, and charging at home is the cheapest option at roughly $0.03–$0.05 per mile based on California electricity rates.
Does California have DC fast chargers for road trips?
Yes. California has 18,286 DC fast charging ports capable of charging most EVs to 80% in 20–45 minutes, located along highway corridors and at major retail centers. The 57,036 Level 2 ports across the state suit longer stays at workplaces, hotels, and parking garages.
Data sourced from the US DOE Alternative Fuels Station Locator (AFDC), maintained by NREL.
Last synced: June 21, 2026