Install EV Chargers in Oakland, California

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Oakland, California. 155 existing public charging locations (12 DC fast, 143 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Oakland address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Oakland, California is served by 155 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 576 individual chargers — an average of 3.7 chargers per site. Of those locations, 12 (8%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 143 (92%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Oakland is ChargePoint Network with 123 locations, followed by FLASH with 7. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 221 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 Oakland and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Oakland

Oakland's electric vehicle charging landscape is heavily influenced by the dominance of the ChargePoint Network, which operates 79% of the city's 155 public locations. With the average DC fast charger delivering 221 kW—well above national averages—58% of these sites offer impressive 150 kW-class power or higher, making them particularly attractive to drivers using navigation apps. The presence of 12 DC fast charging stations and a robust Level 2 network indicates a balanced approach to meet both rapid and longer-duration charging needs. As new players consider entering this market, they must strategically evaluate the installation of 150-350 kW chargers to effectively compete in a space defined by high power availability and operator concentration.

Oakland charging by the numbers

Locations
155
Chargers
576
DC Fast locations
12
Level 2 locations
143

DC fast share: 8% of locations. Level 2 share: 92%. Average chargers per site: 3.7. Average DC fast power: 221 kW.

Oakland charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 79% of public locations across 14 networks.
Average DC fast power
221 kW (fastest stall: 360 kW)
High-power share
58% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
8% DC fast / 92% Level 2 across 155 locations
Estimated DC ports
103 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Oakland

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

Featured charging locations in Oakland

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

  1. Ava Charge - City Center West Garage — Oakland, CA, 94612 (EV Connect · DC Fast · 360 kW)
  2. 10950 International — Oakland, CA, 94603 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  3. Citi Trends Oakland — Oakland, CA, 94607 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  4. 3333 Fruitvale Ave — Oakland, CA, 94602 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  5. Lucky 736 (Oakland, CA) — Oakland, CA, 94606 (Electrify America · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  6. Jack London Square — Oakland, CA, 94607 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  7. Coliseum Center - Tesla Supercharger — Oakland, CA, 94621 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  8. Whole Foods Temescal (TCL) — Oakland, CA, 94609 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 100 kW)
  9. Jack London Square Market Garage #4 - Tesla Supercharger — Oakland, CA, 94607 (Tesla · DC Fast · 72 kW)
  10. US Bank Oakland — Oakland, CA, 94612 (EVCS · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  11. Whole Foods Market — Oakland, CA, 94612 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  12. OAKLAND CHARGER ABB FAST CHARGE — Oakland, CA, 94621 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 24 kW)

Nearby cities with EV charging coverage

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 Oakland specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 12 DC fast and 143 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 Oakland, California?
There are 155 public electric vehicle charging locations in Oakland, California, with a combined 576 individual chargers. 12 locations offer DC fast charging and 143 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Oakland?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Oakland with 123 sites, followed by FLASH with 7 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Oakland?
Level 2 EV chargers in Oakland 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 Oakland?
Most Oakland 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 Oakland?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Oakland 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 Oakland take to become profitable?
Payback in Oakland 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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