Install EV Chargers in SF, California

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

SF, California is served by 12 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 52 individual chargers — an average of 4.3 chargers per site. Of those locations, 0 (0%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 12 (100%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in SF is Blink Network with 12 locations. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 0 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 SF and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in SF

In San Francisco, the EV charging landscape is entirely shaped by Blink Network, which operates all 12 public Level 2 charging locations, providing a unified yet limited infrastructure. This reliance on a single operator poses important considerations for developers and site operators, especially given the absence of any DC fast chargers, creating a significant gap for quick charging solutions. As all current locations cater to longer-term Level 2 needs, drivers in search of fast top-ups are often required to leave the city, presenting a notable opportunity for new entrants. The city's current grid and demographic data highlight the potential for strategically placed DC fast charging stations to meet increasing demand and enhance the driving experience for EV users in San Francisco.

SF charging by the numbers

Locations
12
Chargers
52
DC Fast locations
0
Level 2 locations
12

DC fast share: 0% of locations. Level 2 share: 100%. Average chargers per site: 4.3. Average DC fast power: 0 kW.

SF charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
Blink Network runs 100% of public locations.
Mix
0% DC fast / 100% Level 2 across 12 locations

Charging networks in SF

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

Featured charging locations in SF

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

  1. 431406 - Avalon Dogpatch (Shared) — SF, CA, 94107 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  2. Costco San Francisco #144 — SF, CA, 94118 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  3. 531401 201 California Garage — SF, CA, 94111 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  4. 431408 Avalon Ocean Avenue — SF, CA, 94112 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  5. 431404 AVA 55 Ninth (Shared) — SF, CA, 94118 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  6. Modera Rincon Hill — SF, CA, 94105 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  7. 531410 475 Brannan Street — SF, CA, 94107 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  8. 431407 Avalon Hayes Valley — SF, CA, 94102 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  9. 431404 AVA 55 Ninth — SF, CA, 94118 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  10. 431406 - Avalon Dogpatch — SF, CA, 94107 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  11. 350 BUSH STREET OWNER LLC — SF, CA, 94104 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 kW)
  12. 431401 AVA Nob Hill — SF, CA, 94109 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 6.2 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 SF specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 0 DC fast and 12 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 SF, California?
There are 12 public electric vehicle charging locations in SF, California, with a combined 52 individual chargers. 0 locations offer DC fast charging and 12 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in SF?
Blink Network operates the most public charging locations in SF with 12 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in SF?
Level 2 EV chargers in SF 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 SF?
Most SF 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 SF?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in SF 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 SF take to become profitable?
Payback in SF 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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