98 EV Charging Stations in Columbia, MD

Locations, networks, and charger types — updated weekly from U.S. DOE data

98
Charging Stations

As of March 2026, Columbia, Maryland has 98 publicly accessible EV charging stations with 247 charging ports. ChargePoint Network operates 68.4% of stations in the area, followed by Blink Network at 19.4% — part of Maryland's 1,811 stations statewide.

8% of ports (20) are DC fast chargers capable of adding 100+ miles of range in under 30 minutes, while 92% (227) are Level 2 chargers suited for longer stops. Available connector types include CCS, Tesla (NACS), CHAdeMO. Learn more in our ChargePoint network. View national charging statistics for broader context.

For regional context, see how Maryland's EV infrastructure compares with Pennsylvania.

Infrastructure Grade

8% DC Fast

Based on DC Fast Charger ratio

20 of 247 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%

Learn about charging levels

Density Metrics

Total Stations 98
Ports per Station 2.5

Data Status

Current

Last updated: Mar 25, 2026

Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC

Which EV Charging Networks Operate in Columbia, MD?

Where Are the 98 Charging Stations in Columbia?

Apple Ford - Series

24 hours daily
Blink Network
12 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

EVsmart - BGE - Ascend One

24 hours daily
Free
SWTCH Office Bldg
4 DC Fast
6 Level 2
CHAdeMO (DC Fast) J1772 (Level 2) CCS/SAE Combo

Walmart 5228 - Columbia, MD

24 hours daily
Electrify America
10 DC Fast
CHAdeMO (DC Fast) CCS/SAE Combo

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/South MD - Tesla Destination

Tesla Destination Hotel
6 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2) Tesla

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia - Tesla Destination

Tesla Destination Hotel
6 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2) Tesla

EVsmart - BGE - HCLS Central

24 hours daily
Free
SWTCH Library
6 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

EVsmart - BGE - Howard Community College

24 hours daily
Free
SWTCH College Campus
6 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Vista Wilde Lake Apartments

24 hours daily
Blink Network
6 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Apple Ford - DCFC

24 hours daily
Blink Network
6 DC Fast
CCS/SAE Combo

Columbia Gateway - Medical Center

24 hours daily
Free
Non-Networked Hospital
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Laureate Education Inc

24 hours daily
Free
Non-Networked College Campus
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Parsons Corp

24 hours daily
Free
Non-Networked Office Bldg
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Lakeside Retail / Office Center

24 hours daily
$1.00-$2.00/Hr Variable Parking Fee, $0.10/kWh Energy Fee
Blink Network
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Stonebrook Community Association - Upper Lot

24 hours daily
Blink Network
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Stonebrook Community Association - Lower Lot

24 hours daily
Blink Network
4 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Howard Community College

7am-11pm daily
Free
Non-Networked College Campus
3 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

COLUMBIA ASSOC LR TENNIS

24 hours daily
ChargePoint Network
2 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments

Free
Non-Networked Office Bldg
2 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

ORACLE MD COLUMBIA

24 hours daily
ChargePoint Network
2 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

KINGSGATE STATION 1

24 hours daily
ChargePoint Network
2 Level 2
J1772 (Level 2)

What Is the EV Charging Outlook for Columbia?

Level 2 Focused Infrastructure

Columbia's charging network emphasizes Level 2 charging (92% of ports), ideal for overnight and workplace charging.

Diverse Network Coverage

With 7 different charging networks available, EV drivers in Columbia have excellent flexibility in choosing their preferred provider.

Where Else Can I Charge Near Columbia?

Data source: U.S. Department of Energy — Alternative Fuels Data Center

🏨 Charge While You Stay — Hotels with EV Charging in Columbia

2 hotels with on-site EV charging · 2 Tesla Destination · 12 Level 2 ports

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/South MD

⚡ Tesla

7045 Minstrel Wy

🔌 6 ports · Public

Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

⚡ Tesla

7055 Minstrel Wy

🔌 6 ports · Public

Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight

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"Overall charger utilization is really moving up and to the right. It's growing much faster than charger installations are growing."

Rick Wilmer

President & CEO, ChargePoint

Source: ABC News / AP (March 2024)