EV Charging Infrastructure Tracker
Tracking America's buildout of electric vehicle charging, network by network, state by state, dollar by dollar.
Last updated: March 2026 · Sources: DOE AFDC, FHWA, company filings, Alliance for Automotive Innovation
241K+
Public Charging Ports
▲ 25% since Jan 2025
67,916
DC Fast Charging Ports
▲ 33% since Jan 2025
~7M
EVs on US Roads
2.25% of vehicles in operation
$94M
NEVI Funds Spent
2% of $5B allocated
Charging Network Comparison
DC Fast OnlyThe U.S. DC fast-charging market is dominated by Tesla, but competition is intensifying. As of January 2026, the top 10 networks control 86.3% of ports, down from 90%+ a year ago, as newer entrants like Ionna and Ford Charge grow rapidly. The industry is also transitioning from CCS1 to NACS (Tesla's connector standard).
Tesla Supercharger
NACS Connector · Open to Non-Tesla EVs
2,967
US Stations
35,682
DC Fast Ports
52.5%
Market Share
~8,100
Stations Worldwide
Market share dropping, was 57% in Jan 2025. Over 2/3 of US Superchargers now open to non-Tesla EVs via NACS or Magic Dock adapters. Largest single site: 164 stalls in Lost Hills, CA.
Electrify America
CCS1 + NACS · VW Settlement Funded
~1,100
US Stations
5,350
DC Fast Ports
7.9%
Market Share
350kW
Max Charging Speed
Originally funded through VW's $2B diesel emissions settlement. Adding ~1,000 ports through 2025. Reliability has improved but still trails Tesla.
EVgo
CCS1 + CHAdeMO + NACS · Publicly Traded
~1,000
US Stations
4,834
DC Fast Ports
7.1%
Market Share
350kW
Max Charging Speed
Focused on metro areas and retail locations. Partnership with GM for co-located stations. Adding NACS connectors to new builds.
ChargePoint
CCS1 + NACS · Hardware + Software Platform
~70,000+
Total Ports (L2 + DCFC)
4,456
DC Fast Ports
6.6%
DCFC Market Share
#1
L2 Network (by far)
Different model: ChargePoint doesn't own most chargers. They sell hardware and software to site hosts (businesses, parking garages). Dominant in Level 2 but smaller in DC fast.
Ionna
NACS · Joint Venture (BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes, Stellantis)
85
Stations
~790
DC Fast Ports
1.2%
Market Share
30,000
Target Ports
The fastest-growing new network. Went from 0 in Dec 2024 to ~800 stalls in 12 months. Backed by 7 major automakers. "Ionna Speed": 300 stalls added in just weeks at end of 2025.
Other Networks
Blink · EV Connect · Red E · Ford Charge · Francis · Rivian · Walmart
9,294+
Combined DC Ports
13.7%
Combined Share
94%
YoY Growth
Growing
Market Trend
Notable: Blink (1,928 ports), EV Connect (1,863), Red E Charge (1,426: up from 361!), Ford Charge (1,230), Francis Energy (958), Rivian Adventure Network (895). Walmart entering with 100+ stalls across 14 locations.
DC Fast Charging Market Share by Network (Jan 2026)
NEVI Federal Funding Tracker
SLOW ROLLOUTThe National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program was created under the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to build a national network of high-powered EV chargers along highways. It's the largest federal investment in EV charging, but deployment has been slow.
Total Program Allocation
$5 Billion
FY 2022 – FY 2026 formula grants to all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico
~$94M spent (2%) of $4.4B allocated to states through Jan 2026
Chargers Built via NEVI
384
Ports built as of late 2025: out of tens of thousands planned. At this pace, the program won't meet its goals for years.
Goal: 500,000 total US public chargers by 2030
FY 2026 Apportionment
$885M
Final fiscal year of the program. States must submit plans to access funds. 9 states have opened new funding rounds; 12 more expected Q1 2026.
Project Awards
~$670M
Estimated total awarded to projects across 44 states that have released at least one funding solicitation.
The NEVI Controversy
The NEVI program has faced massive headwinds. In Feb 2025, the Trump administration froze all NEVI funding and rescinded program guidelines. 16 states + DC sued, and a federal court order in June 2025 forced the government to release funds. New interim guidance was issued in Aug 2025: but the damage was done. As of Jan 2026, states have spent only 2% ($94M) of the $4.4B allocated. Meanwhile, the private sector built ~17,000 new DC fast chargers in 2025 without NEVI help.
NEVI Timeline
November 2021
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed: $7.5B for EV charging ($5B NEVI + $2.5B competitive grants)
2022–2024
States submit plans, 44 states release solicitations. Bureaucracy, permitting, and Buy America requirements slow everything down.
February 2025
Trump administration freezes NEVI funding, rescinds program guidance. All new state approvals suspended.
June 2025
Federal court orders government to release frozen funds after lawsuit by 16 states + DC.
August 2025
FHWA releases new interim NEVI guidance, more flexibility for states, expanded site eligibility, medium/heavy-duty charging allowed.
October 2025
FY 2026 apportionment of $885M released to states. Final fiscal year of the program.
December 2025
16 states sue again over continued delays. GSA cancels 32 EV charging projects at federal buildings worth $23M. Trump's "big beautiful bill" ends EV tax credits.
January 2026
9 states open new funding rounds. 12 more expected Q1 2026. Only 384 NEVI-funded ports built to date. Private sector built 17,000 DCFC ports in 2025.
State NEVI Funding Status
| Status | States | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| ● Open Now | Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maine, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington | Active |
| ● Q1 2026 | Alabama, DC, Kentucky, Maryland, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Carolina, Utah, Vermont, Virginia | Jan–Mar 2026 |
| ● Q2–Q3 2026 | Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, West Virginia, Wyoming | Apr–Sep 2026 |
| ● TBD | Remaining states, some finishing previous rounds, others determining timeline | Unknown |
Growth Trajectory
DC Fast Charging Ports: US Growth (2020–2026E)
EV Sales & Cumulative EVs on US Roads
The Ratio Problem
In Q2 2025, there were 41 new EVs registered for every new public charging port added. There are 7M+ EVs on the road but only 241K public ports, a ratio of ~29 EVs per port. Edison Electric Institute estimates 42.2 million chargers will be needed by 2035 to support 78.5 million projected EVs. The infrastructure gap is real.
Grid Impact
Electric vehicles are the single largest new source of electricity demand growth. As the fleet electrifies, the grid must deliver significantly more power, and deliver it at the right time and place.
Projected Additional Demand
100–185 TWh
Projected additional electricity demand from 26-48 million EVs by 2030, equivalent to 2.5-4.6% of current US electricity consumption. That's like adding another state the size of Illinois to the grid.
Peak Demand Risk
Up to 25 GW
Unmanaged EV charging could add massive peak demand. A California study found 67% of distribution feeders will need capacity upgrades by 2045. Evening charging (5–9 PM) coincides with existing peak demand periods.
Smart / Managed Charging
V1G
Smart charging (V1G) can shift EV load to off-peak hours, reducing grid stress and lowering costs. Utilities increasingly offer time-of-use rates and managed charging programs. Could provide 1 GW of effective storage capacity in California alone.
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
$12.5–15.4B
V2G enables EVs to push stored energy back to the grid during peak periods. Estimated value of 5 GW V2G capacity in California: $12.5–15.4 billion. Still mostly in pilot phase in the US, but scaling rapidly.
Vehicle-to-Grid: The Emerging Opportunity
V2G-Ready Vehicles
Ford F-150 Lightning (with Charge Station Pro), Kia EV9 (with Wallbox Quasar 2), Nissan Leaf (with Fermata FE-20). GM, Hyundai, Tesla adding support 2025–2026.
First US V2G Pilot
Sunrun launched the first US residential V2G pilot in July 2025 with Ford F-150 Lightning owners sending power back to the grid 5–9 PM on weekdays and earning money.
2026 Outlook
2025 marked the transition from experimental to commercially viable. GM, Ford, Tesla committing to fleet-wide bidirectional charging by 2026. V2H (vehicle-to-home) already widely available.
Projected EV Electricity Demand vs. Current US Consumption
State Leaders
Top States by Total Charging Infrastructure
| Rank | State | Stations | Charging Ports | DC Fast Ports | Registered EVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 18,724 | 61,978 | 17,143 | 1,250,000+ |
| 2 | New York | 5,031 | 18,477 | 2,976 | ~175,000 |
| 3 | Florida | 4,800+ | 15,500+ | 4,325 | ~255,000 |
| 4 | Texas | 4,200+ | 14,200+ | 4,644 | ~230,000 |
| 5 | Illinois | 2,500+ | 7,800+ | 2,285 | ~100,000 |
Chargers Per Capita: Leaders
| Rank | State | Chargers per 100K Residents | Notable Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 139.7 | Strong EV incentives, rural buildout focus |
| 2 | DC | ~130+ | Dense urban deployment, federal fleet EVs |
| 3 | California | ~125+ | 2035 ICE ban, CARB mandates, most EV-friendly state |
| 4 | Hawaii | ~110+ | 100% clean energy goal by 2045 |
| 5 | Colorado | ~100+ | Strong EV tax credits, fleet electrification mandates |
Fewest Chargers
| State | Stations | Ports | Registered EVs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 71 | 196 | 2,697 |
| North Dakota | 108 | 275 | 959 |
| South Dakota | 115 | 313 | 1,675 |
| Wyoming | 119 | 330 | 1,139 |
Top Cities by Charging Stations
| Rank | City | State | Notable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | CA | 10%+ of California's stations |
| 2 | San Diego | CA | Major metro + military base deployments |
| 3 | Atlanta | GA | Top for total charging ports |
| 4 | Irvine | CA | Dense suburban deployment |
| 5 | San Jose | CA | Silicon Valley tech-forward adoption |
Where Chargers Are Located
Shopping Centers: 95% DC Fast Chargers, quick top-ups while you shop
Gas Stations: 99% DC Fast Chargers, the model for highway travel
Hotels: 90% Level 2: overnight charging for guests
Parking Lots: Mixed, destination charging for commuters
Gas Stations: 99% DC Fast Chargers, the model for highway travel
Hotels: 90% Level 2: overnight charging for guests
Parking Lots: Mixed, destination charging for commuters
The Bottom Line
The Private Sector is Outrunning the Government
While NEVI has managed to build 384 charging ports in 4+ years, the private sector added ~17,000 DC fast chargers in 2025 alone. At the current pace, ~46.5 new DC fast ports go online every day. The US goal of 500,000 public chargers by 2030 is ambitious but achievable, it just won't be NEVI that gets us there.
The real story is competition: Tesla's market share is declining (57% → 52.5%), new entrants like Ionna are growing at "ludicrous speed," and the transition from CCS1 to NACS connectors is reshaping the landscape. Meanwhile, V2G technology is moving from pilot to commercial reality, turning every parked EV into a potential grid asset.
The grid can handle it, if managed well. Managed charging and V2G together could turn what looks like a burden into an opportunity: distributed energy storage at a scale no utility could build alone.
The real story is competition: Tesla's market share is declining (57% → 52.5%), new entrants like Ionna are growing at "ludicrous speed," and the transition from CCS1 to NACS connectors is reshaping the landscape. Meanwhile, V2G technology is moving from pilot to commercial reality, turning every parked EV into a potential grid asset.
The grid can handle it, if managed well. Managed charging and V2G together could turn what looks like a burden into an opportunity: distributed energy storage at a scale no utility could build alone.