Install EV Chargers in Needham, Massachusetts

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Needham, Massachusetts. 18 existing public charging locations (0 DC fast, 18 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Needham address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Needham, Massachusetts is served by 18 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 38 individual chargers — an average of 2.1 chargers per site. Of those locations, 0 (0%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 18 (100%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Needham is ChargePoint Network with 17 locations, followed by RED_E with 1. 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 Needham and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Needham

In Needham, Massachusetts, the public charging landscape is heavily influenced by a single operator, ChargePoint Network, which accounts for an impressive 94% of the city's 18 public charging locations. However, the complete absence of DC fast charging options presents a significant gap in the market—local EV drivers looking for quick top-ups must venture outside the city. With all available sites dedicated to Level 2 charging, developers have a unique opportunity to introduce high-speed charging infrastructure. This lack of fast chargers not only highlights an immediate service need but also positions a new site to uniquely cater to both local residents and commuters passing through, amidst a growing EV ownership trend in neighboring cities.

Needham charging by the numbers

Locations
18
Chargers
38
DC Fast locations
0
Level 2 locations
18

DC fast share: 0% of locations. Level 2 share: 100%. Average chargers per site: 2.1. Average DC fast power: 0 kW.

Needham charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 94% of public locations across 2 networks.
Mix
0% DC fast / 100% Level 2 across 18 locations

Charging networks in Needham

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

Featured charging locations in Needham

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

  1. North Hill Retirement — Needham, MA, 02492 (RED_E · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  2. NEEDHAM SUNITA-EV#1 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  3. NEEDHAM SUNITA-EV#2 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  4. ROSEMARY RIDGE STATION 1 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  5. FOUNDERS PARK STATION 2 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  6. BXP CHARGERS 140 CHARGER 4 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  7. 140 KENDRICK 140 CHARGER 2 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. 140 KENDRICK 140 CHARGER 1 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. FOUNDERS PARK STATION 3 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. NEEDHAM NEEDHAM EMORY1 — Needham, MA, 02492 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. FOUNDERS PARK STATION 4 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. FOUNDERS PARK STATION 1 — Needham, MA, 02494 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 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 Needham specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 0 DC fast and 18 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 Needham, Massachusetts?
There are 18 public electric vehicle charging locations in Needham, Massachusetts, with a combined 38 individual chargers. 0 locations offer DC fast charging and 18 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Needham?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Needham with 17 sites, followed by RED_E with 1 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Needham?
Level 2 EV chargers in Needham 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 Needham?
Most Needham 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 Needham?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Needham 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 Needham take to become profitable?
Payback in Needham 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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