EV Charging in Delaware

Install EV chargers or score a site in Delaware with EV Data Map by Charge Rigs. 233 existing public charging locations (52 DC fast, 180 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability analysis on any Delaware address.

Delaware is served by 233 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 748 individual chargers. 52 of those locations (22%) provide DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops, while 180 (77%) deliver Level 2 charging for longer-dwell parking such as workplaces, retail and hospitality.

The cities with the most public charging in Delaware are Wilmington (39), Newark (33), New Castle (26), Dover (20), Lewes (12). Across the state, charging is provided by a mix of national networks and regional operators.

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 to enter any address in Delaware and receive an instant score, demand projection and recommended charger configuration.

Delaware charging by the numbers

Locations
233
Chargers
748
DC Fast locations
52
Level 2 locations
180

DC fast share: 22% · Level 2 share: 77% · 33 cities with public charging.

Top cities in Delaware

The strongest EV charging hubs in Delaware — explore site analysis and coverage detail:

Top cities for EV charging in Delaware

The following Delaware cities have the most public EV charging locations.

  1. Wilmington — 39 locations (3 DC fast)
  2. Newark — 33 locations (9 DC fast)
  3. New Castle — 26 locations (9 DC fast)
  4. Dover — 20 locations (7 DC fast)
  5. Lewes — 12 locations (2 DC fast)
  6. Claymont — 10 locations (2 DC fast)
  7. Milford — 10 locations (3 DC fast)
  8. Rehoboth Beach — 10 locations (2 DC fast)
  9. Georgetown — 8 locations (2 DC fast)
  10. Smyrna — 8 locations (2 DC fast)
  11. Middletown — 7 locations (1 DC fast)
  12. Bear — 5 locations (1 DC fast)
  13. Bethany Beach — 5 locations
  14. Selbyville — 4 locations
  15. Seaford — 4 locations (1 DC fast)
  16. Greenwood — 3 locations
  17. Milton — 3 locations
  18. Camden — 3 locations (1 DC fast)
  19. Clayton — 3 locations
  20. Millsboro — 3 locations (2 DC fast)
  21. Bridgeville — 2 locations
  22. Dagsboro — 2 locations
  23. Harrington — 2 locations (1 DC fast)
  24. Rehoboth — 2 locations (1 DC fast)

How profitability scores work in Delaware

Every score on EV Data Map blends location demand, competition and operating economics into a single 0–100 number. Demand inputs include the 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 — 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 Delaware the model accounts for the existing footprint of 52 DC fast and 180 Level 2 sites distributed across 33 cities, plus interstate corridor traffic and state-specific incentive programs such as NEVI awards.

Frequently asked questions

How many EV charging stations are in Delaware?
There are 233 public electric vehicle charging locations across Delaware operating 748 individual chargers — 52 DC fast locations and 180 Level 2 locations.
Which city in Delaware has the most EV chargers?
Wilmington leads Delaware with 39 public charging locations, followed by Newark (33) and New Castle (26).
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Delaware?
Level 2 chargers in Delaware 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 Delaware?
Most Delaware 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 Delaware state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Delaware?
Typical commercial Level 2 installations in Delaware energize in 4–8 weeks from site survey. DC fast installs typically run 4–9 months because of utility service upgrades, transformer lead times and switchgear procurement.
How long does it take an EV charger in Delaware to become profitable?
Payback in Delaware 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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