1,872 EV stations across Illinois
2,943 DC fast and 3,251 Level 2 — 41 reported down this week . Chicago and Champaign lead the state .
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Illinois has 1,872 public EV charging stations with 6,197 charging ports as of October 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,251 Level 2 chargers and 2,943 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination. Data last synced October 13, 2026.
Cities in Illinois
Chicago
Champaign
Joliet
Normal
Springfield
Schaumburg
Elgin
Evanston
Oak Park
Rockford
Homewood
Naperville
Peoria
Mattoon
Downers Grove
DeKalb
Barrington
Romeoville
Bloomington
Aurora
Roselle
East Peoria
Decatur
North Aurora
Skokie
Libertyville
Bolingbrook
Hoffman Estates
Carterville
Alton
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60 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
1,872 public stations with 6,197 charging ports. 2,943 DC fast ports (47%) for quicker stops , plus 3,251 Level 2 ports (52%) for longer stays.
AFDC data last synced October 13, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV charging stations are in Illinois?
Illinois has 1,872 public EV charging stations with 6,197 charging ports as of October 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,251 Level 2 chargers and 2,943 DC fast chargers across 321 cities.
Which cities in Illinois have the most charging stations?
Chicago leads with 353 stations. Illinois has 1,872 total stations across 321 cities.
How does Illinois's EV infrastructure compare?
Illinois ranks #14 for EV infrastructure with 1,872 stations and 6,197 ports. 47% 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 2,943 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 3,251 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: October 13, 2026