Install EV Chargers in Paso Robles, California

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Paso Robles, California. 55 existing public charging locations (7 DC fast, 48 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Paso Robles address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Paso Robles, California is served by 55 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 179 individual chargers — an average of 3.3 chargers per site. Of those locations, 7 (13%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 48 (87%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Paso Robles is Tesla Destination with 36 locations, followed by ChargePoint Network with 5. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 172 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 Paso Robles and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Paso Robles

Paso Robles stands out in EV charging infrastructure largely due to its dominance by Tesla Destination, overseeing 67% of the city's 54 public charging locations, which presents both opportunities and challenges for new site developers. The city features a strong mix of DC fast chargers, averaging 171 kW, with half of these sites classified at 150 kW or higher, making them competitive in terms of power delivery. The presence of ten distinct charging networks offers potential for diversifying the charging experience, although the preeminence of Tesla's network suggests that uptime and pricing may center around a single player. As the local EV market evolves, developers should focus on positioning new fast chargers in high-demand areas, informed by insights into traffic patterns and regional demographics.

Paso Robles charging by the numbers

Locations
55
Chargers
179
DC Fast locations
7
Level 2 locations
48

DC fast share: 13% of locations. Level 2 share: 87%. Average chargers per site: 3.3. Average DC fast power: 172 kW.

Paso Robles charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
Tesla Destination runs 65% of public locations across 10 networks.
Average DC fast power
172 kW (fastest stall: 350 kW)
High-power share
57% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
13% DC fast / 87% Level 2 across 55 locations
Estimated DC ports
54 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Paso Robles

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

Featured charging locations in Paso Robles

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

  1. BOA Paso Robles CA1-109 (Paso Robles, CA) — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Electrify America · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  2. Paso Robles, CA - Riverside Avenue - Tesla Supercharger — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  3. Golden Hills Plaza - Tesla Supercharger — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  4. La Quinta Inn & Suites - Paso Robles DCFC — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (EVRANGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  5. SP CHEVRON SP CHEVRON — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62.5 kW)
  6. SP CHEVRON SP CHEVRON 2 — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62.5 kW)
  7. Daniels Wood Land Inc — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (EV Connect · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  8. Stay-N-Charge EV Charging Station - Paso Robles Inn — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (STAY_N_CHARGE · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  9. Stay on the Vineyard — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  10. Firestone Walker Brewing — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (EV Connect · Level 2 · 7.4 kW)
  11. Pear Valley Estate Wine - Tesla Destination — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  12. Jada Vineyard & Winery - Tesla Destination — Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)

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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 Paso Robles specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 7 DC fast and 48 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 Paso Robles, California?
There are 55 public electric vehicle charging locations in Paso Robles, California, with a combined 179 individual chargers. 7 locations offer DC fast charging and 48 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Paso Robles?
Tesla Destination operates the most public charging locations in Paso Robles with 36 sites, followed by ChargePoint Network with 5 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Paso Robles?
Level 2 EV chargers in Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?
Most Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles take to become profitable?
Payback in Paso Robles 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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