Install EV Chargers in Foster City, California

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Foster City, California. 25 existing public charging locations (2 DC fast, 23 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Foster City address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Foster City, California is served by 25 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 59 individual chargers — an average of 2.4 chargers per site. Of those locations, 2 (8%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 23 (92%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Foster City is ChargePoint Network with 22 locations, followed by eVgo Network with 1. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 275 kW, which puts most fast-charging stalls in the modern 150 kW–350 kW class capable of delivering a meaningful state-of-charge top-up in 15–30 minutes for a typical EV.

EV Data Map is an EVSE and DC Fast Charger location analyzer that scores every potential charging site in the United States from 0 to 100 for DC Fast Charger ROI, combining EV ownership density, daytime population, traffic, demographics, nearby competing chargers, dwell-time characteristics of surrounding land use, and grid capacity. Use the analyzer below to enter any address in Foster City and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Foster City

Foster City's charging landscape is characterized by a significant reliance on ChargePoint Network, which dominates with 88% of the 25 public charging sites, creating a centralized ecosystem for users. The presence of two DC fast charging locations, boasting an impressive average power of 275 kW, caters to the demand for ultra-fast charging, with the fastest stall reaching 350 kW—positions the city favorably for long-range EV drivers. However, with only 8% of public chargers classified as DC fast, there remains a pronounced emphasis on Level 2 charging options that accommodate longer dwell times. For developers looking to enter this market, understanding the nuances of this charging mix and the high-performance capabilities of existing DC fast sites can help identify strategic opportunities to meet the growing needs of EV users.

Foster City charging by the numbers

Locations
25
Chargers
59
DC Fast locations
2
Level 2 locations
23

DC fast share: 8% of locations. Level 2 share: 92%. Average chargers per site: 2.4. Average DC fast power: 275 kW.

Foster City charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 88% of public locations across 4 networks.
Average DC fast power
275 kW (fastest stall: 350 kW)
High-power share
100% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
8% DC fast / 92% Level 2 across 25 locations
Estimated DC ports
14 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Foster City

The following operators run public charging in Foster City, ranked by number of locations.

Featured charging locations in Foster City

A selection of higher-power public charging locations across Foster City, sorted by power level.

  1. Chess Corner Retail Center (Foster City, CA) — Foster City, CA, 94404 (Electrify America · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  2. Foster City - High Power Charging Plaza — Foster City, CA, 94404 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 200 kW)
  3. METRO CENTER 5 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  4. METRO CENTER 3 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  5. METRO CENTER 2 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  6. METRO CENTER 1 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  7. METRO CENTER 4 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  8. The City of Foster City — Foster City, CA, 94404 (TURNONGREEN · Level 2 · 11 kW)
  9. METRO CENTER 919 E HLSDLE 5 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. FOSTER SQUARE FOSTER SQUARE — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. METRO CENTER 919 E HLSDLE 6 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. METRO CENTER 919 E HLSDLE 4 — Foster City, CA, 94404 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

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Other cities in California we cover with full charging data and site profitability scoring — useful for comparing footprints across the state.

How profitability scores work

Every score on EV Data Map blends location demand, competition and operating economics into a single 0–100 number. Demand is modeled from registered EV count, commute and through-traffic patterns, daytime worker population, retail and hospitality footprint, and tourism inflows. Competition uses the count and quality of nearby existing chargers — including DC fast power, network reliability and dwell-fit. Operating economics include estimated electricity tariffs, demand-charge exposure, expected utilization, and capital cost for the recommended hardware mix.

For Foster City specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 2 DC fast and 23 Level 2 sites, and the typical dwell profile of the surrounding land use. The result is a per-address score plus a recommended configuration — number of stalls, target power level and network — that maximises projected revenue.

Frequently asked questions

How many EV charging stations are in Foster City, California?
There are 25 public electric vehicle charging locations in Foster City, California, with a combined 59 individual chargers. 2 locations offer DC fast charging and 23 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Foster City?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Foster City with 22 sites, followed by eVgo Network with 1 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Foster City?
Level 2 EV chargers in Foster City typically install for $4,000–$12,000 per port including make-ready. DC fast installs run $80,000–$250,000+ per port depending on power level, utility upgrades and trenching.
What permits and incentives apply to EV chargers in Foster City?
Most Foster City projects need an electrical permit (and a building permit plus utility coordination for DC fast). Sites can typically stack the federal 30C tax credit (up to 30% / $100,000 per commercial charger in eligible census tracts) with California state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Foster City?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Foster City energizes in 4–8 weeks from site survey. DC fast installs run 4–9 months because of utility service upgrades, transformer lead times and switchgear.
How long does an EV charger in Foster City take to become profitable?
Payback in Foster City depends on utilization, electricity tariffs (especially demand charges) and incentives captured. Well-sited Level 2 stations typically reach payback in 3–5 years; DC fast sites with strong throughput in 3–6 years.

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