EV Charging in San Antonio
San Antonio, TX has 217 public EV charging stations, including 41 DC fast chargers and 171 Level 2 stations. Major networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network.
San Antonio's charging network has grown alongside the city's rapid expansion, helped by CPS Energy — the nation's largest municipally owned utility — and its EV programs. The metro spreads wide around the Loop 410 and Loop 1604, so fast charging clusters at the retail centers along those rings rather than deep downtown.
CPS Energy offers EV charging rebates and time-of-use rates — overnight home charging here is among the cheapest in Texas, so save public fast charging for trips.
San Antonio Charging at a Glance
| Total public stations | 217 |
| DC fast chargers | 41 |
| Level 2 stations | 171 |
| Stations with free charging | 15 |
| 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 San Antonio EV charging directory with live availability and connector details.
Top Charging Networks in San Antonio
The networks with the most coverage across San Antonio:
Where to Charge in San Antonio
- Downtown & the River Walk
- Garage Level 2 for tourism and events; fast charging near I-35 and I-37 for quick stops.
- The Pearl & Midtown
- Lot charging that pairs with the district's restaurants, shops, and breweries.
- The Medical Center & Northwest
- Workplace and hospital-campus Level 2 plus retail DC fast charging off Loop 410.
- Stone Oak & the northern suburbs
- Big-box Superchargers and Electrify America hubs along US-281 and Loop 1604.
I-35 and I-10 are the spine corridors, with fast charging toward Austin, Houston, and the Hill Country.
Notable DC Fast Charging in San Antonio
High-power sites that are good bets for a quick top-up:
- The RIM - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (20 DC fast ports)
- Make Ready Market - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (16 DC fast ports)
- Culebra Commons - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (16 DC fast ports)
- San Antonio, TX - North Loop 1604 East - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (15 DC fast ports)
- TA, I-10 East, San Antonio, TX — BP_PULSE (12 DC fast ports)
- Alamo Quarry Market - Tesla Supercharger — Tesla (12 DC fast ports)
Free & Low-Cost Charging in San Antonio
San Antonio has 15 stations that offer free charging — typically Level 2 at shopping centers, hotels, and municipal lots. Browse free charging in San Antonio.
What EV Charging Costs in San Antonio
Of the public stations we map in San Antonio, 21 publish pricing details — 15 offer free charging and 6 charge a fee. That means roughly 7% of mapped San Antonio 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 San Antonio, TX?
San Antonio, Texas has 217 public EV charging stations, including 41 DC fast chargers and 171 Level 2 stations.
Where can I find DC fast charging in San Antonio?
San Antonio has 41 DC fast charging stations. I-35 and I-10 are the spine corridors, with fast charging toward Austin, Houston, and the Hill Country. You can browse them all on our San Antonio DC fast charging page.
Is there free EV charging in San Antonio?
Yes — San Antonio has 15 stations that offer free charging, mostly Level 2 at retail, hotel, and municipal locations.
Which charging networks operate in San Antonio?
The networks with the most coverage in San Antonio include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, Tesla.
How much does it cost to charge an EV in San Antonio?
About 7% of the public stations we map in San Antonio offer free charging. Paid charging in San Antonio 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 San Antonio
This guide covers the highlights. For the complete, filterable directory of all 217 charging stations in San Antonio — with connectors, networks, and live availability — visit the San Antonio, 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