EV Charging in Nashville
Nashville, TN has 361 public EV charging stations, including 21 DC fast chargers and 339 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination.
Nashville has become a Southeastern EV hub, anchored by Tennessee's strong manufacturing push and Nashville Electric Service's expanding network. The metro's explosive growth means charging is being added quickly around the booming neighborhoods and the interstate loop.
Tennessee's interstate fast-charging corridors are well-built out — Nashville makes an easy launch point for road trips across the state with reliable DC stops.
Nashville Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 361 |
| DC fast chargers | 21 |
| Level 2 stations | 339 |
| Stations with free charging | 28 |
| 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 Nashville EV charging directory with connector details and each station's verified date.
Top Charging Networks in Nashville
The networks with the most coverage across Nashville:
Where to Charge in Nashville
- Downtown & The Gulch
- Garage Level 2 for nightlife and events; fast charging near I-40 and I-65.
- Midtown & Music Row
- Lot and workplace charging with a solid Level 2 mix.
- East Nashville & Germantown
- Neighborhood retail charging great for a long meal or shopping trip.
- Brentwood & Franklin (suburbs)
- Big-box Superchargers and Electrify America hubs along I-65 south.
I-40, I-65, and I-24 radiate from Nashville with fast charging toward Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga.
Notable DC Fast Charging in Nashville
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Nashville, TN - Charlotte Pike - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (24 DC fast ports)
- Nashville, TN - Thompson Lane - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (24 DC fast ports)
- Nashville, TN - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (24 DC fast ports)
- Nashville, TN - Dickerson Pike - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (16 DC fast ports)
- Nashville, TN - 11th Avenue North - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Bellevue Place (Nashville, TN) — Electrify America (12 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in Nashville
Nashville has 28 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in Nashville.
What EV Charging Costs in Nashville
Of the public stations we map in Nashville, 37 publish pricing details — 28 offer free charging and 9 charge a fee. That means roughly 8% of mapped Nashville 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 Tennessee
- TVA EV Charging Rebate — Up to $250: TVA residential EV charger installation rebate for qualifying customers.
- TN HOV Access — HOV lane access: Qualifying EVs and PHEVs have HOV lane access in Tennessee.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in Tennessee: I-40 (North Carolina border to Arkansas border); I-24 (Illinois border to Georgia border); I-75 (Kentucky border to Georgia border); I-65 (Kentucky border to Alabama 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 Nashville, TN?
Nashville, Tennessee has 361 public EV charging stations, including 21 DC fast chargers and 339 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in Nashville?
Nashville has 21 DC fast charging stations. I-40, I-65, and I-24 radiate from Nashville with fast charging toward Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. You can browse them all on our Nashville DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in Nashville?
Yes — Nashville has 28 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in Nashville?
The networks with the most coverage in Nashville include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Non-Networked, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Nashville?
About 8% of the public stations we map in Nashville offer free charging. Paid charging in Nashville 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 Nashville
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 361 charging stations in Nashville — with connectors, networks, and verified dates — visit the Nashville, TN 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
- TDOT NEVI Plan