Install EV Chargers in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 327 existing public charging locations (1 DC fast, 326 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Cambridge address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Cambridge, Massachusetts is served by 327 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 705 individual chargers — an average of 2.2 chargers per site. Of those locations, 1 (0%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 326 (100%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Cambridge is ChargePoint Network with 307 locations, followed by Blink Network with 10. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 72 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 Cambridge and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Cambridge

Cambridge, Massachusetts offers a public charging landscape predominantly shaped by the ChargePoint Network, which operates 94% of the 327 available locations. While there is a strong presence of Level 2 chargers catering to longer parking durations, the city lacks robust DC fast charging infrastructure, with only one site offering 72 kW and no locations exceeding this power level. This scenario creates a competitive edge for new operators willing to introduce higher-capacity DC fast chargers, as the current fleet appears outdated compared to emerging technologies. For site developers, understanding this reliance on a single network and the limited fast-charging options can guide strategic investment decisions in an evolving market.

Cambridge charging by the numbers

Locations
327
Chargers
705
DC Fast locations
1
Level 2 locations
326

DC fast share: 0% of locations. Level 2 share: 100%. Average chargers per site: 2.2. Average DC fast power: 72 kW.

Cambridge charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 94% of public locations across 8 networks.
Average DC fast power
72 kW (fastest stall: 72 kW)
High-power share
0% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
0% DC fast / 100% Level 2 across 327 locations
Estimated DC ports
8 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Cambridge

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

Featured charging locations in Cambridge

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

  1. Cambridge, MA (Pay to Park, Floor G1) - Tesla Supercharger — Cambridge, MA, 02141 (Tesla · DC Fast · 72 kW)
  2. 55 Franklin St — Cambridge, MA, 2139 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 21.6 kW)
  3. THE LAURENT LAURENT 7 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  4. THE LAURENT LAURENT 3 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  5. THE LAURENT LAURENT 8 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  6. THE LAURENT LAURENT 9 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  7. THE LAURENT LAURENT 2 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  8. THE LAURENT LAURENT 6 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  9. THE LAURENT LAURENT 1 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  10. THE LAURENT LAURENT 4 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  11. THE LAURENT LAURENT 5 — Cambridge, MA, 02138 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 12 kW)
  12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge — Cambridge, MA, 02139 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)

Nearby cities with EV charging coverage

Other cities in Massachusetts 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 Cambridge specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 1 DC fast and 326 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 Cambridge, Massachusetts?
There are 327 public electric vehicle charging locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a combined 705 individual chargers. 1 locations offer DC fast charging and 326 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Cambridge?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Cambridge with 307 sites, followed by Blink Network with 10 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Cambridge?
Level 2 EV chargers in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Most Cambridge 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 Massachusetts state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Cambridge?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Cambridge 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 Cambridge take to become profitable?
Payback in Cambridge 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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