EV Charging in Boston
Boston, MA has 771 public EV charging stations, including 30 DC fast chargers and 726 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Massachusetts pairs strong MOR-EV rebates with a dense, walkable capital, so Boston EV owners lean heavily on garage and workplace charging. The compact metro means fast chargers are never far, but the historic street grid makes knowing your garage options especially valuable.
Boston's tight historic streets make parking scarce — target charging-equipped garages near your destination rather than hunting curbside.
Boston Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 771 |
| DC fast chargers | 30 |
| Level 2 stations | 726 |
| Stations with free charging | 5 |
| 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 Boston EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Boston
The networks with the most coverage across Boston:
Where to Charge in Boston
- Downtown & Back Bay
- Commercial garage Level 2 throughout; fast charging near the Mass Pike for quick stops.
- Seaport District
- Newer developments with abundant Level 2 and several fast-charging hubs.
- Cambridge & Somerville
- University and lab-campus charging plus neighborhood retail Level 2.
- Suburbs (Newton, Quincy)
- Big-box Superchargers and EA sites near I-90 and I-93.
I-90 (Mass Pike) and I-93 are the key corridors, with fast charging toward Worcester, Providence, and the Cape.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Boston
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- BOS Gigahub, McClellan Hwy, Boston, MA — BP_PULSE (20 DC fast ports)
- South Bay Town Center - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (10 DC fast ports)
- Van Ness Garage - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- The Prudential Center - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- MassPort TNC Lot (Ride App Staging Lot) — ChargePoint Network (6 DC fast ports)
- Emmanuel College — RED_E (4 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Boston
Boston has 5 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Boston.
What EV Charging Costs in Boston
Of the public stations we map in Boston, 22 publish pricing details — 5 offer free charging and 17 charge a fee. That means roughly 1% of mapped Boston 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 Massachusetts
- MOR-EV Rebate — Up to $3,500: Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles — enhanced rebates for income-qualified buyers.
- Mass Save Home EV Charger Rebate — Up to $700: Rebate for Level 2 charger purchase and installation through utility program.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Massachusetts: I-95 (Rhode Island border to New Hampshire border); I-90 (New York border to Boston); I-495 (NH border to RI border); Route 3 (Boston to Cape Cod).
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 Boston, MA?
Boston, Massachusetts has 771 public EV charging stations, including 30 DC fast chargers and 726 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Boston?
Boston has 30 DC fast charging stations. I-90 (Mass Pike) and I-93 are the key corridors, with fast charging toward Worcester, Providence, and the Cape. You can browse them all on our Boston DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Boston?
Yes — Boston has 5 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Boston?
The networks with the most coverage in Boston include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Boston?
About 1% of the public stations we map in Boston offer free charging. Paid charging in Boston 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 Boston
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 771 charging stations in Boston — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Boston, MA 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
- MassDOT NEVI Plan
- MOR-EV Program