Install EV Chargers in Melrose, Massachusetts

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Melrose, Massachusetts. 23 existing public charging locations (0 DC fast, 23 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Melrose address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Melrose, Massachusetts is served by 23 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 39 individual chargers — an average of 1.7 chargers per site. Of those locations, 0 (0%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 23 (100%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Melrose is AMPUP with 14 locations, followed by ChargePoint Network with 8. 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 Melrose and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Melrose

In Melrose, Massachusetts, the public charging landscape is characterized by a significant dominance of Level 2 chargers, with all 23 locations falling into this category and no DC fast charging infrastructure available. This presents a unique opportunity for developers, as the absence of quick-charge options means that local EV drivers currently must leave the city for rapid top-ups. The reliance on a single operator, AMPUP, which controls 61% of the charging sites, further impacts the landscape, influencing network reliability and pricing dynamics. As Melrose's charging needs evolve, addressing the gap in fast charging could be a crucial move for potential site developers looking to meet the demand of local EV users.

Melrose charging by the numbers

Locations
23
Chargers
39
DC Fast locations
0
Level 2 locations
23

DC fast share: 0% of locations. Level 2 share: 100%. Average chargers per site: 1.7. Average DC fast power: 0 kW.

Melrose charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
AMPUP runs 61% of public locations across 3 networks.
Mix
0% DC fast / 100% Level 2 across 23 locations

Charging networks in Melrose

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

Featured charging locations in Melrose

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

  1. Melrose Public Library — Melrose, MA, 02176 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 10.4 kW)
  2. Kimball Ct Lot — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  3. Mt. Hood Golf Lot — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  4. Tremont St - Pole 674 — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  5. Whole Foods Parking Lot — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  6. E Foster St — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  7. E Foster St Parking — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  8. Berwick St Parking — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  9. Whole Foods Parking Lot — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  10. Green St Parking — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  11. Mt. Hood Golf Course — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  12. Franklin St — Melrose, MA, 02176 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)

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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 Melrose specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 0 DC fast and 23 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 Melrose, Massachusetts?
There are 23 public electric vehicle charging locations in Melrose, Massachusetts, with a combined 39 individual chargers. 0 locations offer DC fast charging and 23 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Melrose?
AMPUP operates the most public charging locations in Melrose with 14 sites, followed by ChargePoint Network with 8 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Melrose?
Level 2 EV chargers in Melrose 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 Melrose?
Most Melrose 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 Melrose?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Melrose 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 Melrose take to become profitable?
Payback in Melrose 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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