EV Charging in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA has 127 public EV charging stations, including 27 DC fast chargers and 99 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Bakersfield sits at the southern end of California's Central Valley, where the state's aggressive EV incentives and a heavy NEVI buildout along the freeways have grown charging fast. Fast charging is well represented for the city's size — handy given the long, hot valley drives in every direction.
Summer heat in the valley regularly tops 100°F, which slows charging and trims range — start road trips with a full battery and favor shaded fast-charging sites in the afternoon.
Bakersfield Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 127 |
| DC fast chargers | 27 |
| Level 2 stations | 99 |
| Level 1 stations | 1 |
| Stations with free charging | 2 |
| Active networks | 5 |
Station and charger counts are sourced from the U.S. DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center station locator and refreshed daily. Looking for the full, filterable list of every charger? See our Bakersfield EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Bakersfield
The networks with the most coverage across Bakersfield:
Where to Charge in Bakersfield
- Downtown
- Garage and lot Level 2 for offices and the civic center, with fast charging near the freeways.
- Northwest & Rosedale
- Big-box and shopping-center DC fast charging off Highway 99 for a quick top-up.
- Southwest & The Marketplace
- Retail-cluster fast charging and destination Level 2 for shoppers and diners.
- East Hills & CSUB
- Campus and neighborhood retail charging with a healthy Level 2 mix.
Highway 99 and I-5 (via the 58 and the Grapevine) anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Fresno and Sacramento up the valley and over the Tehachapis toward LA.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Bakersfield
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- WattEV - Bakersfield (HWY65) — WATT_EV (50 DC fast ports)
- DoubleTree by Hilton Bakersfield - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (20 DC fast ports)
- Shell Gas - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (20 DC fast ports)
- Countryside Market & Restaurants - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Olive Drive Towne Centre - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Crossroads Shopping Center - SW Bakersfield — eVgo Network (12 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Bakersfield
Bakersfield has 2 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Bakersfield.
What EV Charging Costs in Bakersfield
Of the public stations we map in Bakersfield, 14 publish pricing details — 2 offer free charging and 12 charge a fee. That means roughly 2% of mapped Bakersfield stations are free to use.
For paid charging, expect roughly $0.30–$0.60 per kWh at DC fast chargers and often free to $0.35 per kWh at public Level 2. These rates track the U.S. EIA average retail price of electricity plus a network markup; see the DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center charging-cost guidance for how home and public charging compare. Estimate your own cost with our charging cost calculator.
EV Incentives & Infrastructure in California
- Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) — Up to $7,500: CEC rebate for qualifying battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles for California residents.
- Clean Air Vehicle Sticker (HOV Access) — Free HOV access: White or green stickers allow solo EV and PHEV drivers to use HOV lanes.
- Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) — Up to $1,000/kWh: Rebate for residential battery storage paired with EV charging.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in California: I-5 (Oregon border to Mexico border); US-101 (North Coast); I-80 (Sacramento to Nevada); I-10 (Los Angeles to Arizona); SR-99 (Central Valley); I-15 (Los Angeles to Nevada).
The federal EV charger tax credit (IRS Section 30C) can also offset the cost of installing home or business charging. Confirm current programs with the issuing agency before you rely on them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many EV charging stations are in Bakersfield, CA?
Bakersfield, California has 127 public EV charging stations, including 27 DC fast chargers and 99 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield has 27 DC fast charging stations. Highway 99 and I-5 (via the 58 and the Grapevine) anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Fresno and Sacramento up the valley and over the Tehachapis toward LA. You can browse them all on our Bakersfield DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Bakersfield?
Yes — Bakersfield has 2 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Bakersfield?
The networks with the most coverage in Bakersfield include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Bakersfield?
About 2% of the public stations we map in Bakersfield offer free charging. Paid charging in Bakersfield typically runs about $0.30–$0.60 per kWh at DC fast chargers and from free to roughly $0.35 per kWh at Level 2 stations, with home charging far cheaper.
See Every Charger in Bakersfield
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 127 charging stations in Bakersfield — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Bakersfield, CA EV charging directory.
Sources
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station Locator — U.S. Department of Energy — Alternative Fuels Data Center
- Charging Electric Vehicles at Home & Charging Costs — U.S. DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center
- Average Retail Price of Electricity — U.S. Energy Information Administration
- National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program — U.S. DOT Federal Highway Administration
- Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (Section 30C) — Internal Revenue Service
- California DMV EV Statistics
- California Energy Commission