489 EV stations across Iowa
588 DC fast and 727 Level 2 — 15 reported down this week . Des Moines and Iowa City lead the state .
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Iowa has 489 public EV charging stations with 1,315 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 727 Level 2 chargers and 588 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, CHARGELAB. Data last synced August 21, 2026.
Cities in Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa City
Cedar Rapids
Ames
Altoona
Davenport
Dubuque
West Des Moines
Coralville
Sioux City
Waukee
Ankeny
Bettendorf
Urbandale
Decorah
Muscatine
Council Bluffs
Marshalltown
Mason City
Grinnell
Forest City
Cedar Falls
Waterloo
Johnston
Indianola
Grimes
Fort Dodge
Walcott
Clear Lake
Hudson
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All 127 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
489 public stations with 1,315 charging ports. 588 DC fast ports (45%) for quicker stops , plus 727 Level 2 ports (55%) for longer stays.
AFDC data last synced August 21, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public EV charging stations are in Iowa?
Iowa has 489 public EV charging stations with 1,315 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 727 Level 2 chargers and 588 DC fast chargers across 127 cities.
Which cities in Iowa have the most charging stations?
Des Moines leads with 44 stations. Iowa has 489 total stations across 127 cities.
How does Iowa's EV infrastructure compare?
Iowa ranks #32 for EV infrastructure with 489 stations and 1,315 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 588 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 727 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 21, 2026