1,951 EV stations across Illinois
3,088 DC fast and 3,369 Level 2 — 35 reported down this week . Chicago and Evanston lead the state .
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Illinois has 1,951 public EV charging stations with 6,460 charging ports as of November 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,369 Level 2 chargers and 3,088 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination. Data last synced November 9, 2026.
Cities in Illinois
Chicago
Evanston
Champaign
Joliet
Springfield
Normal
Elgin
Schaumburg
Oak Park
Rockford
Homewood
Naperville
Peoria
Mattoon
Bloomington
Downers Grove
DeKalb
Aurora
Barrington
Roselle
Romeoville
Decatur
East Peoria
Hoffman Estates
North Aurora
Skokie
Libertyville
Carterville
Alton
Des Plaines
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59 county hubs group smaller towns and their charging stations.
Hotels with EV Charging in Illinois
102 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 105 Level 2 ports and 276 DC fast chargers.
Local charging snapshot
Illinois charging basics
1,951 public stations with 6,460 charging ports. 3,088 DC fast ports (48%) for quicker stops , plus 3,369 Level 2 ports (52%) for longer stays.
AFDC data last synced November 9, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV charging stations are in Illinois?
Illinois has 1,951 public EV charging stations with 6,460 charging ports as of November 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,369 Level 2 chargers and 3,088 DC fast chargers across 325 cities.
Which cities in Illinois have the most charging stations?
Chicago leads with 351 stations. Illinois has 1,951 total stations across 325 cities.
How does Illinois's EV infrastructure compare?
Illinois ranks #12 for EV infrastructure with 1,951 stations and 6,460 ports. 48% of ports are DC fast chargers.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Illinois?
Charging costs in Illinois 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 Illinois electricity rates.
Does Illinois have DC fast chargers for road trips?
Yes. Illinois has 3,088 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 3,369 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: November 9, 2026