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EV Charging Stations in Iowa
Browse public EV charging locations in Iowa by city, network, connector type, charger level, and fuel availability.
EV charging overview for Iowa
This state hub summarizes the EV charging data before the city list. It uses data-backed counts for public EV station locations, DC fast charging, Level 2 charging, free charging, 24-hour access, connector types, and network coverage.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Public open EV listings | 474 |
| Cities with EV listings | 131 |
| DC fast listings | 146 |
| Level 2 listings | 335 |
| Free charging reported | 35 |
| 24-hour access reported | 366 |
| Top EV network | ChargePoint Network |
| Most common connector | J1772 |
| Data source | NREL/AFDC Alternative Fuel Stations data |
Iowa geography and EV charging coverage
Census geography helps put station counts in context. Larger areas can have many listed locations while still having long gaps between communities, so compare city and ZIP pages before planning a longer trip.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Land area | 55,854 square miles |
| Population context | 3,210,507 people |
| Population density | 57 people per square mile |
| Station density | less than 0.01 public listings per square mile |
EV charging incentives and policy context in Iowa
Drivers and site planners often compare station locations with state and federal programs. These links point to current AFDC law and incentive records for EV charging. Program rules can change, so confirm details with the listed agency before making a purchase or project decision.
| Program or rule | Type | Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Inspection | Laws and Regulations | 8/8/2023 |
| Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Loans | State Incentives | 8/8/2023 |
| Electricity Dealer License | Laws and Regulations | 7/9/2019 |
| Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Demonstration Grant Authorization | Laws and Regulations | 7/9/2019 |
Cities in Iowa with the most EV charging stations
Use this table to compare high-coverage city hubs by station count, charger level, free charging, and 24-hour access.
| City | Stations | DC fast | Level 2 | Free reported | 24-hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 41 | 9 | 32 | 3 | 31 |
| Iowa City | 38 | 4 | 34 | 2 | 34 |
| Cedar Rapids | 27 | 4 | 25 | 6 | 22 |
| Ames | 21 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 19 |
| Davenport | 17 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 12 |
| Altoona | 17 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Dubuque | 15 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 12 |
| West Des Moines | 13 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 7 |
| Coralville | 12 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 12 |
| Sioux City | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| Waukee | 11 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| Bettendorf | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| Urbandale | 8 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| Ankeny | 8 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Decorah | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Council Bluffs | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Marshalltown | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Mason City | 7 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 7 |
| Forest City | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Waterloo | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Muscatine | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Johnston | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Cedar Falls | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Grimes | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Fort Dodge | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Showing the top 25 cities by public EV listings. Use search or the city list below to find smaller cities.
More EV charging station counts by city
High-coverage EV charging ZIP codes in Iowa
These ZIP links help drivers compare smaller local areas without loading a map or a long statewide station list.
EV charging network coverage in Iowa
Network coverage is counted from station data. A station can appear under one reported EV network or as non-networked when the source does not provide a named network.
| Network | Stations | Top cities in this state |
|---|---|---|
| ChargePoint Network | 233 | Iowa City, Des Moines, Ames |
| Blink Network | 52 | Decorah, Davenport, Des Moines |
| CHARGELAB | 48 | Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Grimes |
| Non-Networked | 31 | Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Dubuque |
| Tesla Destination | 24 | Davenport, West Des Moines, Bettendorf |
| Tesla | 20 | Altoona, Ames, Bettendorf |
| EV Connect | 17 | Muscatine, Mason City,, Ames |
| FORD_CHARGE | 9 | Hudson, Guttenberg, West Branch |
| Electrify America | 6 | Des Moines, WILLIAMSBURG, Sioux City |
| ZEFNET | 6 | Wapello, Wilton, Sioux Center |
| TURNONGREEN | 6 | West Des Moines, Clear Lake, Des Moines |
| RED_E | 5 | Marshalltown, Waukee, Ankeny |
EV connector availability in Iowa
Connector counts help drivers understand whether the state listings commonly include J1772, CCS, CHAdeMO, Tesla, and other data-reported plug types.
| Connector | Stations | City pages |
|---|---|---|
| J1772 | 323 | Browse Iowa cities |
| CCS | 127 | Browse Iowa cities |
| CHAdeMO | 66 | Browse Iowa cities |
| Tesla | 46 | Browse Iowa cities |
Alternative fuel station availability in Iowa
This comparison includes public open station data for EV charging and other alternative fuels in the same state, where those fuel records are available.
| Fuel type | Public open station locations | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| EV Charging | 474 | View ev charging in Iowa |
| E85 Ethanol | 298 | View e85 ethanol in Iowa |
| Compressed Natural Gas | 5 | View compressed natural gas in Iowa |
| LPG Propane | 38 | View lpg propane in Iowa |
| Biodiesel | 399 | View biodiesel in Iowa |
Frequently asked questions
How many EV charging stations are in Iowa?
Iowa has 474 public EV charging locations marked open in the source data.
Which cities in Iowa have the most EV chargers?
The top city table on this page ranks city hubs by public EV station listing count and also shows DC fast, Level 2, free, and 24-hour counts.
Are DC fast chargers listed for Iowa?
Yes. This page counts 146 EV stations with DC fast charging where the source lists that detail.
Does the state page show live charger status?
No. This directory uses station data, coordinates, network details, and last-confirmed fields. Check the charging network or station operator before driving.
Where does this EV station data come from?
The data comes from normalized NREL/AFDC Alternative Fuel Stations records.