Which state has the most EV charging stations in 2026?

California leads the nation with 20,131 EV charging stations, more than NY (5,335) and FL (4,502) combined.

How many total EV charging stations are in the US?

The United States has 83,221 publicly accessible EV charging stations with 268,159 total ports, including 69,403 DC fast chargers.

Which state has the fewest EV charging stations?

Puerto Rico has the fewest EV charging stations with just 36 stations. States with smaller populations and lower EV adoption rates tend to have less charging infrastructure.

EV Charging Stations by State: 2026 Rankings Chart

California leads the United States with 20,131 EV charging stations, followed by New York (5,335) and Florida (4,502). The US has 83,221 stations across all 50 states and DC.

What Does This Chart Show?

This horizontal bar chart ranks every US state and territory by the number of publicly accessible EV charging stations. The distribution is heavily skewed: California alone accounts for 24% of all stations, while the bottom 10 states combined hold fewer than California's total. Coastal states and those with strong EV mandates generally lead in infrastructure deployment. Explore all of our visualizations at the EV charging data hub.

Why Does California Have So Many Charging Stations?

California's dominance stems from its aggressive Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, generous state incentives, and the largest EV-owning population in the country. The state has invested billions through programs like the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP) and benefits from utility-sponsored charging programs. Its large geography and high EV adoption create strong commercial demand for charging networks. Browse the full US EV charging station directory to find stations near you.

How Do Charging Stations Relate to State Population?

There is a strong correlation between state population and charging station counts, but policy and EV adoption rates create notable exceptions. States like Colorado and Washington punch above their population weight due to progressive EV policies, while some large-population states in the Southeast lag behind. Network operators also concentrate deployment in areas with higher EV density. See how different networks compete in our network market share chart, or review aggregate metrics on the national statistics dashboard.