EV Charging in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO has 111 public EV charging stations, including 24 DC fast chargers and 90 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Colorado Springs has grown its charging network in step with the state's aggressive EV goals, with a healthy share of DC fast charging serving I-25 travelers between Denver and Pueblo. Colorado Springs Utilities programs and the state's NEVI buildout have added coverage downtown and along the highway corridors.
At altitude and in winter cold, pad your range buffer and pre-condition the battery — both elevation climbs and chilly temps cut range faster than you'd expect around the Springs.
Colorado Springs Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 111 |
| DC fast chargers | 24 |
| Level 2 stations | 90 |
| Stations with free charging | 4 |
| 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 Colorado Springs EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Colorado Springs
The networks with the most coverage across Colorado Springs:
Where to Charge in Colorado Springs
- Downtown & Old Colorado City
- Garage and lot Level 2 for offices, dining, and events; fast charging near I-25 for quick stops.
- North Academy & the Chapel Hills area
- Shopping-center DC fast charging and destination Level 2 for shoppers.
- Broadmoor & the west side
- Hotel and destination Level 2 near the resorts and Garden of the Gods.
- Briargate & Monument (north suburbs)
- Big-box Superchargers and Electrify America hubs along I-25 serve commuters.
I-25 and US-24 anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Denver, Pueblo, and the mountains via the passes.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Colorado Springs
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Highlands at Briargate - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (16 DC fast ports)
- Lincoln Center - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Cascade Parking Garage - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- Walmart EV Charging — WALMART (8 DC fast ports)
- Phil Long EV Outlet — EVGATEWAY (4 DC fast ports)
- Phil Long Ford of Chapel Hills — SYNERGEV (4 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs has 4 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Colorado Springs.
What EV Charging Costs in Colorado Springs
Of the public stations we map in Colorado Springs, 13 publish pricing details — 4 offer free charging and 9 charge a fee. That means roughly 4% of mapped Colorado Springs 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 Colorado
- Colorado Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit — Up to $5,000: State income tax credit for new BEV or PHEV purchases.
- Charge Ahead Colorado Voucher — Up to $5,500: Low- and moderate-income residents receive enhanced state rebate for EV purchases through CDPHE.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Colorado: I-70 (Denver to Utah border); I-25 (Wyoming to New Mexico border); I-76 (Denver to Nebraska); US-285 (Denver to Alamosa).
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 Colorado Springs, CO?
Colorado Springs, Colorado has 111 public EV charging stations, including 24 DC fast chargers and 90 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has 24 DC fast charging stations. I-25 and US-24 anchor the corridors, with fast charging toward Denver, Pueblo, and the mountains via the passes. You can browse them all on our Colorado Springs DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Colorado Springs?
Yes — Colorado Springs has 4 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Colorado Springs?
The networks with the most coverage in Colorado Springs include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Colorado Springs?
About 4% of the public stations we map in Colorado Springs offer free charging. Paid charging in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 111 charging stations in Colorado Springs — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Colorado Springs, CO 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
- Colorado Energy Office
- CDOT NEVI Plan