EV Charging in Madison
Madison, WI has 128 public EV charging stations, including 17 DC fast chargers and 108 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Wisconsin's capital and home to a flagship university, Madison has embraced EVs faster than most of the Midwest, with Madison Gas & Electric programs and a dense network around the isthmus. Level 2 dominates near the Capitol and campus, while fast charging clusters along the Beltline and I-39/90 for trips to Milwaukee and Chicago.
Wisconsin winters are harsh on range — precondition the battery while it's still plugged in and add a comfortable buffer before counting on a single rural fast charger.
Madison Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 128 |
| DC fast chargers | 17 |
| Level 2 stations | 108 |
| 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 Madison EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in Madison
The networks with the most coverage across Madison:
Where to Charge in Madison
- Capitol Square & downtown
- City and state garages packed with Level 2; fast charging nearby for quick stops.
- UW campus & University Ave
- Campus and medical-district charging with a strong Level 2 mix.
- East Side & East Towne
- Shopping-center DC fast charging off the interstate for a convenient top-up.
- West Side & Middleton
- Big-box fast charging and destination Level 2 for the suburbs and the Beltline commute.
I-39/90/94 and US-12/18 (the Beltline) anchor the corridors, with fast charging southeast toward Chicago, east toward Milwaukee, and northwest toward the Dells.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Madison
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Woodman's Market - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Madison, WI - South Livingston - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (8 DC fast ports)
- MGE Charging Hub — EV Connect (6 DC fast ports)
- Metro Ford of Madison — Blink Network (4 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Madison
Madison has 5 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Madison.
What EV Charging Costs in Madison
Of the public stations we map in Madison, 6 publish pricing details — 5 offer free charging and 1 charge a fee. That means roughly 4% of mapped Madison 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 Wisconsin
- Focus on Energy EV Charger Rebate — Up to $250: Focus on Energy residential EV charger rebate for qualifying Wisconsin customers.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Wisconsin: I-94 (Minnesota border to Illinois border); I-90 (Minnesota border to Illinois border); I-43 (Illinois border to Green Bay); I-39 (Illinois border to Wausau).
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 Madison, WI?
Madison, Wisconsin has 128 public EV charging stations, including 17 DC fast chargers and 108 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Madison?
Madison has 17 DC fast charging stations. I-39/90/94 and US-12/18 (the Beltline) anchor the corridors, with fast charging southeast toward Chicago, east toward Milwaukee, and northwest toward the Dells. You can browse them all on our Madison DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Madison?
Yes — Madison has 5 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Madison?
The networks with the most coverage in Madison include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Madison?
About 4% of the public stations we map in Madison offer free charging. Paid charging in Madison 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 Madison
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 128 charging stations in Madison — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the Madison, WI 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
- WisDOT NEVI Plan