Install EV Chargers in Kailua, Hawaii

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Kailua, Hawaii. 15 existing public charging locations (1 DC fast, 14 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Kailua address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Kailua, Hawaii is served by 15 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 27 individual chargers — an average of 1.8 chargers per site. Of those locations, 1 (7%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 14 (93%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Kailua is ChargePoint Network with 13 locations, followed by OpConnect with 1. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 50 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 Kailua and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Kailua

Kailua, Hawaii’s EV charging landscape is uniquely characterized by its reliance on ChargePoint Network, which operates 87% of the city’s 15 public stations. This concentration results in crucial considerations for developers, particularly regarding uptime and reliability, given that a single operator controls the majority of the offerings. With only one DC fast charging location at an average output of 50 kW, the current infrastructure is somewhat dated compared to national trends favoring faster, higher-capacity units. Consequently, new providers positing 150–350 kW stations could significantly enhance the EV experience and capture attention on navigation apps. Furthermore, the 14 Level 2 chargers cater primarily to longer dwell times, indicating an opportunity to address growing fast-charging demands among local drivers.

Kailua charging by the numbers

Locations
15
Chargers
27
DC Fast locations
1
Level 2 locations
14

DC fast share: 7% of locations. Level 2 share: 93%. Average chargers per site: 1.8. Average DC fast power: 50 kW.

Kailua charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 87% of public locations across 3 networks.
Average DC fast power
50 kW (fastest stall: 50 kW)
High-power share
0% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
7% DC fast / 93% Level 2 across 15 locations
Estimated DC ports
4 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Kailua

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

Featured charging locations in Kailua

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

  1. Kailua Foodland Marketplace provided by Hawaiian Electric — Kailua, HI, 96734 (OpConnect · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  2. KTC KTC — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  3. KTC3 WHOLE FOODS #1 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  4. KTC3 WHOLE FOODS #2 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  5. APSC AIKAHI PARK #2 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  6. LAU HALA SHOPS STATION 2 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  7. LAU HALA SHOPS STATION 1 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  8. APSC AIKAHI PARK #1 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  9. LAU HALA SHOPS STATION 2 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  10. LAU HALA SHOPS STATION 1 — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  11. Castle Medical Center — Kailua, HI, 96734 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  12. HALE MALUNIU HALE MALUNIU — Kailua, HI, 96734 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

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Other cities in Hawaii 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 Kailua specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 1 DC fast and 14 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 Kailua, Hawaii?
There are 15 public electric vehicle charging locations in Kailua, Hawaii, with a combined 27 individual chargers. 1 locations offer DC fast charging and 14 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Kailua?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Kailua with 13 sites, followed by OpConnect with 1 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Kailua?
Level 2 EV chargers in Kailua 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 Kailua?
Most Kailua 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 Hawaii state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Kailua?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Kailua 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 Kailua take to become profitable?
Payback in Kailua 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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