Install EV Chargers in Evanston, Illinois

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Evanston, Illinois. 26 existing public charging locations (1 DC fast, 25 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Evanston address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Evanston, Illinois is served by 26 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 65 individual chargers — an average of 2.5 chargers per site. Of those locations, 1 (4%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 25 (96%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Evanston is ChargePoint Network with 22 locations, followed by Tesla Destination with 2. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 250 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 Evanston and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Evanston

Evanston, Illinois, presents a unique landscape for EV charging, heavily influenced by ChargePoint Network, which manages 85% of the city's 26 public locations. While only 4% of these sites offer DC fast charging, their impressive 250 kW averaging power positions them at the forefront of the charging spectrum, catering to drivers seeking ultra-fast options. With a concentration of reliable infrastructure and all DC fast sites rated at 150 kW or higher, site developers should consider these characteristics when planning competitive installations. The predominance of Level 2 charging also highlights an opportunity to capitalize on longer-dwell EV usage, particularly as the surrounding cities such as Chicago and Oak Park grow their charging demands.

Evanston charging by the numbers

Locations
26
Chargers
65
DC Fast locations
1
Level 2 locations
25

DC fast share: 4% of locations. Level 2 share: 96%. Average chargers per site: 2.5. Average DC fast power: 250 kW.

Evanston charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 85% of public locations across 4 networks.
Average DC fast power
250 kW (fastest stall: 250 kW)
High-power share
100% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
4% DC fast / 96% Level 2 across 26 locations
Estimated DC ports
12 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Evanston

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

Featured charging locations in Evanston

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

  1. 1800 Maple Self Park Garage - Tesla Supercharger — Evanston, IL, 60201 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  2. EVANSTON, IL LOT 32 NO. 2 — Evanston, IL, 60202 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  3. EVANSTON, IL LOT 4 NO. 2 — Evanston, IL, 60201 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.7 kW)
  4. AMLI Evanston — Evanston, IL, 60202 (LOOP · Level 2 · 7.7 kW)
  5. Hilton Orrington/Evanston - Tesla Destination — Evanston, IL, 60201 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  6. Stone Terrace, a Select Registry Property - Tesla Destination — Evanston, IL, 60201 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  7. EVANSTON, IL LOT 32 — Evanston, IL, 60202 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. EVANSTON, IL CIVIC CENTER SO — Evanston, IL, 60201 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. NORTHWESTERN SOUTH GARAGE 1 — Evanston, IL, 60208 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. EVANSTON, IL LOT 4 — Evanston, IL, 60201 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. EVANSTON, IL CIVIC CENTER NO — Evanston, IL, 60201 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. EVANSTON, IL SHERMAN PLAZA 1 — Evanston, IL, 60201 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

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Other cities in Illinois 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 Evanston specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 1 DC fast and 25 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 Evanston, Illinois?
There are 26 public electric vehicle charging locations in Evanston, Illinois, with a combined 65 individual chargers. 1 locations offer DC fast charging and 25 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Evanston?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Evanston with 22 sites, followed by Tesla Destination with 2 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Evanston?
Level 2 EV chargers in Evanston 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 Evanston?
Most Evanston 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 Illinois state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Evanston?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Evanston 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 Evanston take to become profitable?
Payback in Evanston 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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