480 EV stations across Iowa
587 DC fast and 707 Level 2 — 16 reported down this week . Des Moines and Iowa City lead the state .
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Iowa has 480 public EV charging stations with 1,294 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 707 Level 2 chargers and 587 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, CHARGELAB. Data last synced August 10, 2026.
Cities in Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa City
Cedar Rapids
Ames
Davenport
Altoona
Dubuque
West Des Moines
Coralville
Sioux City
Waukee
Ankeny
Bettendorf
Urbandale
Decorah
Muscatine
Council Bluffs
Marshalltown
Mason City
Forest City
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Johnston
Grimes
Fort Dodge
Walcott
Clear Lake
Hudson
Burlington
West Burlington
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All 128 cities in Iowa with EV charging stations
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Browse Iowa by county
63 county hubs group smaller towns and their charging stations.
Hotels with EV Charging in Iowa
19 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 48 Level 2 ports and 12 DC fast chargers.
Local charging snapshot
Iowa charging basics
480 public stations with 1,294 charging ports. 587 DC fast ports (45%) for quicker stops , plus 707 Level 2 ports (55%) for longer stays.
AFDC data last synced August 10, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV charging stations are in Iowa?
Iowa has 480 public EV charging stations with 1,294 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 707 Level 2 chargers and 587 DC fast chargers across 128 cities.
Which cities in Iowa have the most charging stations?
Des Moines leads with 44 stations. Iowa has 480 total stations across 128 cities.
How does Iowa's EV infrastructure compare?
Iowa ranks #32 for EV infrastructure with 480 stations and 1,294 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 587 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 707 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: August 10, 2026