EV Charging in Dayton
Dayton, OH has 102 public EV charging stations, including 11 DC fast chargers and 90 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Dayton — the birthplace of aviation — sits at the busy crossroads of I-70 and I-75 in southwest Ohio, and its charging network has grown with AES Ohio programs and the state's NEVI buildout. Coverage leans toward Level 2 downtown and at the universities, with fast charging clustered along the interstates for the heavy through-traffic.
Dayton's spot at the I-70/I-75 crossroads means the freeway fast chargers can get busy with through-traffic — charge a little off-peak or pick a site a few exits out to skip the queue.
Dayton Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 102 |
| DC fast chargers | 11 |
| Level 2 stations | 90 |
| Stations with free charging | 9 |
| 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 Dayton EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Dayton
The networks with the most coverage across Dayton:
Where to Charge in Dayton
- Downtown & the Oregon District
- Garage and lot Level 2 for offices, events, and dining; fast charging nearby for quick stops.
- University of Dayton & Wright State
- Campus and neighborhood charging with a healthy Level 2 mix.
- The Greene & Beavercreek
- Lifestyle-center DC fast charging and destination Level 2 for shoppers.
- I-75 corridor & the north suburbs
- Big-box fast charging just off the interstate for a convenient top-up.
I-70 and I-75 cross right at Dayton, giving you fast charging toward Columbus and Indianapolis east–west and toward Cincinnati and Toledo north–south.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Dayton
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Meijer - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Meijer - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- Germain Ford — LOOP (6 DC fast ports)
- QuikTrip Dayton Exit 51 — RED_E (4 DC fast ports)
- Voss Village Cadillac — EV Connect (2 DC fast ports)
- Ohio Electric Services - DCFC — Blink Network (2 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Dayton
Dayton has 9 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Dayton.
What EV Charging Costs in Dayton
Of the public stations we map in Dayton, 14 publish pricing details — 9 offer free charging and 5 charge a fee. That means roughly 9% of mapped Dayton 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 Ohio
- AEP Ohio EV Charging Rebate — Up to $500: AEP residential EV charger installation rebate.
- FirstEnergy Ohio EV Rebate — Up to $250: FirstEnergy home charging rebate for qualifying customers.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Ohio: I-90 (Pennsylvania border to Indiana border); I-71 (Columbus to Kentucky border); I-75 (Michigan border to Kentucky border); I-70 (Pennsylvania border to Indiana border).
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 Dayton, OH?
Dayton, Ohio has 102 public EV charging stations, including 11 DC fast chargers and 90 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Dayton?
Dayton has 11 DC fast charging stations. I-70 and I-75 cross right at Dayton, giving you fast charging toward Columbus and Indianapolis east–west and toward Cincinnati and Toledo north–south. You can browse them all on our Dayton DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Dayton?
Yes — Dayton has 9 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Dayton?
The networks with the most coverage in Dayton include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Dayton?
About 9% of the public stations we map in Dayton offer free charging. Paid charging in Dayton 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 Dayton
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 102 charging stations in Dayton — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Dayton, OH 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
- ODOT NEVI Plan