DC Fast Charging vs Level 2 by State (2026 Data)

Level 2 charging ports outnumber DC fast chargers in every US state. Nationally, 195,777 Level 2 ports make up 73% of charging infrastructure while 69,403 DC fast ports account for 25.9%.

DC Fast vs Level 2 Ports by State (Top 20)

Stacked comparison of DC fast and Level 2 charging ports for the 20 states with the most ports. Data from the U.S. Department of Energy AFDC.

What Does This Chart Show?

This stacked horizontal bar chart compares DC fast charging ports (green) versus Level 2 ports (blue) for the top 20 states. Level 2 dominates in every state, but the ratio varies significantly. States with aggressive highway corridor programs tend to have a higher share of DC fast chargers relative to their total port count. See more visualizations at the EV charging data hub.

Which States Have the Highest DC Fast Ratio?

Among the top 20 states, Oklahoma has the highest DC fast ratio at 53.0% of its total ports. States with major interstate corridors and NEVI Formula Program investments tend to prioritize DC fast charging for long-distance travel. Browse the full US EV charging station directory to find DC fast chargers in your state, or see dedicated rankings in our top states for DC fast charging chart.

Why Does Level 2 Dominate the Charging Mix?

Level 2 chargers are significantly cheaper to install ($2,000-$7,000 per port vs. $30,000-$100,000+ for DC fast chargers) and are ideal for locations where vehicles park for hours: workplaces, shopping centers, hotels, and residential buildings. Most EV owners do 80% or more of their charging at Level 2 speeds, either at home or at destinations. DC fast chargers fill a critical role for highway travel and quick top-ups, but the economics and use cases strongly favor Level 2 for daily needs. Learn more about the differences in our guide to EV charging levels.

Data source: U.S. Department of Energy — Alternative Fuels Data Center