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406 EV stations across Kentucky

460 DC fast and 727 Level 2 — 9 reported down this week . Louisville and Lexington lead the state .

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Find an EV charging city in Kentucky

Kentucky has 406 public EV charging stations with 1,191 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 460 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Tesla Destination, Blink Network. Data last synced August 21, 2026.

Cities in Kentucky

All 96 cities in Kentucky with EV charging stations

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Browse Kentucky by county

53 county hubs group smaller towns and their charging stations.

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Hotels with EV Charging in Kentucky

35 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 123 Level 2 ports and 8 DC fast chargers.

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Local charging snapshot

Kentucky charging basics

406 public stations with 1,191 charging ports. 460 DC fast ports (39%) for quicker stops , plus 727 Level 2 ports (61%) 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 Kentucky?

Kentucky has 406 public EV charging stations with 1,191 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 460 DC fast chargers across 96 cities.

Which cities in Kentucky have the most charging stations?

Louisville leads with 93 stations. Kentucky has 406 total stations across 96 cities.

How does Kentucky's EV infrastructure compare?

Kentucky ranks #34 for EV infrastructure with 406 stations and 1,191 ports. 39% of ports are DC fast chargers.

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

Charging costs in Kentucky 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 Kentucky electricity rates.

Does Kentucky have DC fast chargers for road trips?

Yes. Kentucky has 460 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