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1,893 EV stations across North Carolina

1,856 DC fast and 3,901 Level 2 — 62 reported down this week . Charlotte and Raleigh lead the state .

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Find an EV charging city in North Carolina

North Carolina has 1,893 public EV charging stations with 5,766 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,901 Level 2 chargers and 1,856 DC fast chargers across networks such as ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination. Data last synced August 21, 2026.

Cities in North Carolina

All 245 cities in North Carolina with EV charging stations

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76 county hubs group smaller towns and their charging stations.

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Hotels with EV Charging in North Carolina

77 hotels offer on-site EV charging — 207 Level 2 ports and 46 DC fast chargers.

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Local charging snapshot

North Carolina charging basics

1,893 public stations with 5,766 charging ports. 1,856 DC fast ports (32%) for quicker stops , plus 3,901 Level 2 ports (68%) 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 North Carolina?

North Carolina has 1,893 public EV charging stations with 5,766 charging ports as of August 2026, according to the US Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC). This includes 3,901 Level 2 chargers and 1,856 DC fast chargers across 245 cities.

Which cities in North Carolina have the most charging stations?

Charlotte leads with 279 stations. North Carolina has 1,893 total stations across 245 cities.

How does North Carolina's EV infrastructure compare?

North Carolina ranks #12 for EV infrastructure with 1,893 stations and 5,766 ports. 32% of ports are DC fast chargers.

How much does it cost to charge an EV in North Carolina?

Charging costs in North Carolina 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 North Carolina electricity rates.

Does North Carolina have DC fast chargers for road trips?

Yes. North Carolina has 1,856 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 3,901 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