EV Charging in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD has 250 public EV charging stations, including 44 DC fast chargers and 210 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Baltimore benefits from Maryland's strong EV incentives and BGE's charging programs, and its position on the busy I-95 corridor between D.C. and Philadelphia means fast charging is plentiful around the city. Charging centers on the harbor-area garages and the retail centers along the Beltway.
Maryland's excise-tax credit and BGE rebates make home charging attractive — use Baltimore's dense I-95 fast chargers mainly for the busy D.C.–Philadelphia trips.
Baltimore Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 250 |
| DC fast chargers | 44 |
| Level 2 stations | 210 |
| Level 1 stations | 1 |
| Stations with free charging | 116 |
| 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 Baltimore EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Baltimore
The networks with the most coverage across Baltimore:
Where to Charge in Baltimore
- Inner Harbor & Downtown
- Garage Level 2 for offices, tourism, and events; fast charging near I-83 for quick stops.
- Fells Point & Canton
- Lot charging that pairs with the waterfront districts' restaurants and shops.
- Johns Hopkins & Charles Village
- Campus and medical-center charging with dense Level 2.
- Towson & the Beltway suburbs
- Big-box Superchargers and Electrify America hubs near I-695 and I-95.
I-95, I-83, and I-695 (the Beltway) anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Washington, Philadelphia, and Annapolis.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Baltimore
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Canton Crossing - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- McHenry Row - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- EVsmart - BGE - BWI Cell Lot — SWTCH (8 DC fast ports)
- Wawa - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- Shops at Canton Crossing — eVgo Network (6 DC fast ports)
- EVsmart - BGE - St Frances Academy — SWTCH (6 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Baltimore
Baltimore has 116 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Baltimore.
What EV Charging Costs in Baltimore
Of the public stations we map in Baltimore, 124 publish pricing details — 116 offer free charging and 8 charge a fee. That means roughly 46% of mapped Baltimore 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 Maryland
- Maryland EV Excise Tax Credit — Up to $3,000: State excise tax credit for new qualifying EV purchases.
- BGE EV Charging Rebate — Up to $300: BGE residential and business EV charger installation rebate.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Maryland: I-95 (DC to Delaware border); I-68 (West Virginia border to Cumberland); I-70 (West Virginia border to I-695); US-301 (Southern Maryland).
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 Baltimore, MD?
Baltimore, Maryland has 250 public EV charging stations, including 44 DC fast chargers and 210 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Baltimore?
Baltimore has 44 DC fast charging stations. I-95, I-83, and I-695 (the Beltway) anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Washington, Philadelphia, and Annapolis. You can browse them all on our Baltimore DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Baltimore?
Yes — Baltimore has 116 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Baltimore?
The networks with the most coverage in Baltimore include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Baltimore?
About 46% of the public stations we map in Baltimore offer free charging. Paid charging in Baltimore 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 Baltimore
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 250 charging stations in Baltimore — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Baltimore, MD 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
- MDOT NEVI Plan