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484 EV stations across Iowa

585 DC fast and 717 Level 2 — 20 reported down this week . Des Moines and Iowa City lead the state .

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Find an EV charging city in Iowa

Iowa has 484 public EV charging stations with 1,302 charging ports as of November 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 717 Level 2 chargers and 585 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, CHARGELAB. Data last synced November 9, 2026.

Cities in Iowa

By network in IA

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All 130 cities in Iowa with EV charging stations

Browse every city in Iowa ranked by station count.

Browse Iowa by county

65 county hubs group smaller towns and their charging stations.

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Hotels with EV Charging in Iowa

14 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 30 Level 2 ports and 12 DC fast chargers.

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Local charging snapshot

Iowa charging basics

484 public stations with 1,302 charging ports. 585 DC fast ports (45%) for quicker stops , plus 717 Level 2 ports (55%) 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 Iowa?

Iowa has 484 public EV charging stations with 1,302 charging ports as of November 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 717 Level 2 chargers and 585 DC fast chargers across 130 cities.

Which cities in Iowa have the most charging stations?

Des Moines leads with 43 stations. Iowa has 484 total stations across 130 cities.

How does Iowa's EV infrastructure compare?

Iowa ranks #33 for EV infrastructure with 484 stations and 1,302 ports. 45% of ports are DC fast chargers.

How much does it cost to charge an EV in Iowa?

Charging costs in Iowa 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 Iowa electricity rates.

Does Iowa have DC fast chargers for road trips?

Yes. Iowa has 585 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 717 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