EV Charging in New York City
New York, NY has 436 public EV charging stations, including 16 DC fast chargers and 421 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
Charging in New York City is all about garages and curbside — with so few private driveways, most EV owners rely on commercial parking structures, workplace charging, and the city's growing curbside Level 2 pilot. NYC has set aggressive electrification targets, and fast-charging hubs are expanding in all five boroughs.
Reserve a spot at a charging-equipped garage near your destination — in Manhattan, knowing your charger is waiting beats circling for a curbside plug.
New York City Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 436 |
| DC fast chargers | 16 |
| Level 2 stations | 421 |
| Stations with free charging | 55 |
| 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 New York EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in New York City
The networks with the most coverage across New York:
Where to Charge in New York City
- Manhattan (Midtown & Downtown)
- Commercial garage Level 2 throughout; a growing set of fast-charging hubs for rideshare and residents.
- Brooklyn (Downtown, Williamsburg)
- Lot and garage charging plus curbside Level 2 in pilot neighborhoods.
- Queens (LIC, Flushing)
- Big-box and garage charging with convenient access to the highways.
- The Bronx & Staten Island
- Retail-cluster DC fast charging near the major expressways.
I-95, I-87, and the Long Island Expressway connect NYC to fast-charging routes toward upstate, New England, and Long Island.
Notable DC Fast Charging in New York City
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- Gravity Charging Center — GRAVITY_CHARGING_CENTER (24 DC fast ports)
- Outerbridge Commons - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
- Revel - Lower Manhattan — REVEL (10 DC fast ports)
- 59 Allen Street - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (4 DC fast ports)
- W 75th Parking Garage - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (4 DC fast ports)
- E 47th Street - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (4 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in New York City
New York has 55 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in New York.
What EV Charging Costs in New York City
Of the public stations we map in New York, 86 publish pricing details — 55 offer free charging and 31 charge a fee. That means roughly 13% of mapped New York 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 New York
- New York Drive Clean Rebate — Up to $2,000: NYSERDA point-of-sale rebate for qualifying new EV purchases.
- NYC Congestion Pricing ZEV Exemption — Toll exemption: Zero-emission vehicles are exempt from NYC's Central Business District congestion pricing tolls.
- ConEd/National Grid EV Charger Rebate — Up to $500: Utility rebates for residential Level 2 charger installation.
- Federal EV Tax Credit (IRA) — Up to $7,500: Federal tax credit for qualifying EVs.
Federal NEVI fast-charging corridors in New York: I-87 (New York City to Canada border); I-90 (Pennsylvania border to Massachusetts border); I-84 (Pennsylvania border to Connecticut border); I-78 (New Jersey border to NYC); I-88 (Binghamton to Albany).
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 New York, NY?
New York, New York has 436 public EV charging stations, including 16 DC fast chargers and 421 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in New York?
New York has 16 DC fast charging stations. I-95, I-87, and the Long Island Expressway connect NYC to fast-charging routes toward upstate, New England, and Long Island. You can browse them all on our New York DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in New York?
Yes — New York has 55 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in New York?
The networks with the most coverage in New York include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in New York?
About 13% of the public stations we map in New York offer free charging. Paid charging in New York 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 New York
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 436 charging stations in New York — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the New York, NY 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
- NYSDOT NEVI Plan
- NYSERDA Drive Clean Rebate