EV Charging in Houston
Houston, TX has 405 public EV charging stations, including 82 DC fast chargers and 332 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Houston, the largest city in Texas, has built out a substantial charging network as EV adoption spreads across its enormous footprint. With long commutes the norm, fast charging along the loop and radial freeways is the backbone of charging here.
Use the 610 Loop and Beltway 8 retail clusters for fast charging — they're the most reliable way to stay topped up across Houston's huge spread.
Houston Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 405 |
| DC fast chargers | 82 |
| Level 2 stations | 332 |
| Stations with free charging | 20 |
| 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 Houston EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Houston
The networks with the most coverage across Houston:
Where to Charge in Houston
- Downtown & Midtown
- Garage Level 2 for offices and events; fast charging near I-45 and US-59.
- The Galleria & Uptown
- Premium retail charging with dense Level 2 and several fast-charging hubs.
- Montrose & The Heights
- Neighborhood lot charging great for a long dinner or shopping stop.
- Energy Corridor & suburbs
- Big-box Superchargers and EA sites serve the I-10 west commute.
I-10, I-45, and US-290 anchor Houston's fast-charging corridors toward San Antonio, Dallas, and Austin.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Houston
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Gigahub, Monroe Rd, Houston, TX — BP_PULSE (40 DC fast ports)
- Yale Street Marketplace - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (35 DC fast ports)
- Weslayan Plaza - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (24 DC fast ports)
- Gigahub, Katy Fwy, Houston, TX — BP_PULSE (24 DC fast ports)
- POST Houston - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (24 DC fast ports)
- W 23rd St Hub — SHELL_RECHARGE (20 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Houston
Houston has 20 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Houston.
What EV Charging Costs in Houston
Of the public stations we map in Houston, 43 publish pricing details — 20 offer free charging and 23 charge a fee. That means roughly 5% of mapped Houston 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 Texas
- TxVEMP TCEQ EV Charging Grants — Varies by project: Texas Commission on Environmental Quality EV charging infrastructure grants for qualifying applicants.
- Oncor Electric Delivery EV Rebate — Up to $250: Oncor residential Level 2 charger installation rebate.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Texas: I-35 (Oklahoma border to Mexico border); I-10 (New Mexico border to Louisiana border); I-45 (Dallas to Houston to Galveston); I-20 (New Mexico border to Louisiana border); US-90 (San Antonio to El Paso).
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 Houston, TX?
Houston, Texas has 405 public EV charging stations, including 82 DC fast chargers and 332 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Houston?
Houston has 82 DC fast charging stations. I-10, I-45, and US-290 anchor Houston's fast-charging corridors toward San Antonio, Dallas, and Austin. You can browse them all on our Houston DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Houston?
Yes — Houston has 20 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Houston?
The networks with the most coverage in Houston include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Houston?
About 5% of the public stations we map in Houston offer free charging. Paid charging in Houston 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 Houston
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 405 charging stations in Houston — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Houston, TX 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
- TxDOT NEVI Plan
- Drive Electric Texas