Iowa EV Charging: 508 Stations in 131 Cities
Find DC fast chargers, Level 2 ports, and Tesla Superchargers near you — browse every city in Iowa
Iowa has 508 EV charging stations with 1,336 ports across 131 cities, making it the 32nd state for EV infrastructure in the United States — accounting for 0.6% of the nation's charging network. Des Moines leads with 45 stations, followed by Iowa City (45) and Cedar Rapids (30).
42% of the state's ports (562) are DC fast chargers, while 58% (771) are Level 2. Our guide to charging levels explains the difference between Level 2 and DC fast chargers. See how Iowa compares visually in our state-by-state charging chart. EV buyers in Iowa may also qualify for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits. See how Iowa fits into the national EV charging landscape.
Compare Iowa's infrastructure with Illinois (1,839 stations) to see how the region's EV charging network is developing.
Infrastructure Grade
42% DC Fast
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio
562 of 1,336 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%
Density Metrics
Data Status
Current
Last updated: Mar 25, 2026
Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC
Which Cities in Iowa Have the Most Charging Stations?
Des Moines
Iowa City
Cedar Rapids
Ames
Davenport
Altoona
Dubuque
West Des Moines
Coralville
Sioux City
Waukee
Ankeny
Bettendorf
Urbandale
Council Bluffs
Muscatine
Decorah
Forest City
Johnston
Marshalltown
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Mason City
Centerville
Grimes
Fort Dodge
Walcott
Clear Lake
Hiawatha
Hudson
🏨 Hotels with EV Charging in Iowa
20 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 51 Level 2 ports.
What Is the EV Charging Outlook for Iowa?
Strong Fast Charging Network
42% of charging ports in Iowa are DC fast chargers, providing good options for quick charging sessions.
How Does Iowa's EV Infrastructure Compare?
Nearby States
Data source: U.S. Department of Energy — Alternative Fuels Data Center