2 EV Charging Stations in Pekin, IL

Locations, networks, and charger types — updated weekly from U.S. DOE data

2
Charging Stations

As of March 2026, Pekin, Illinois has 2 publicly accessible EV charging stations with 8 charging ports. UNIVERSAL operates 100% of stations in the area — part of Illinois's 1,839 stations statewide.

100% of ports (8) are DC fast chargers capable of adding 100+ miles of range in under 30 minutes, while 0% (0) are Level 2 chargers suited for longer stops. Available connector types include CCS. Learn more in our EV charging levels guide. View national charging statistics for broader context.

Drivers needing more charging options can find 33 stations in nearby Springfield, approximately 35 miles away. See how IL compares with Missouri for broader regional context.

2 EV charging stations in Pekin — 2 UNIVERSAL , 8 public DC fast chargers. Last updated March 2026.

Infrastructure Grade

100% DC Fast

Based on DC Fast Charger ratio

8 of 8 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%

Learn about charging levels

Density Metrics

Total Stations 2
Ports per Station 4.0

Data Status

Current

Last updated: Mar 25, 2026

Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC

Which EV Charging Networks Operate in Pekin, IL?

All 2 stations active as of 2026-03-22 See full Illinois outage report →

Where Are the 2 Charging Stations in Pekin?

Holiday Inn Express

3615 Kelly Ave
24 hours daily
UNIVERSAL Hotel
CCS/SAE Combo

Smithon Liqour

408 N Main St
24 hours daily
UNIVERSAL Hotel
CCS/SAE Combo

What Is the EV Charging Outlook for Pekin?

High-Speed Charging Hub

Pekin has exceptional DC fast charging coverage with 100% of ports being high-speed chargers, well above the national average.

UNIVERSAL Stronghold

UNIVERSAL leads the market in Pekin with 100% of stations, making their membership particularly valuable here.

High-Capacity Stations

Charging stations in Pekin average 4.0 ports each, reducing wait times and improving charging accessibility.

Where Else Can I Charge Near Pekin?

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

🏨 Charge While You Stay — Hotels with EV Charging in Pekin

2 hotels with on-site EV charging

Holiday Inn Express

DC Fast

3615 Kelly Ave

🔌 4 ports · Public

DC Fast: 80% charge in 30–45 min

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Smithon Liqour

DC Fast

408 N Main St

🔌 4 ports · Public

DC Fast: 80% charge in 30–45 min

📍 View on Map
"2025 is going to be a record year for deployment of DC fast charging ports — and 2024 was already the highest year on record. Charging 2.0 players are deploying new — and larger — stations at a breakneck pace."

Loren McDonald

CEO & Chief Analyst, Paren

Source: Paren Q2 2025 Report (Q2 2025)