Install EV Chargers in New Bedford, Massachusetts

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in New Bedford, Massachusetts. 18 existing public charging locations (1 DC fast, 17 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any New Bedford address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

New Bedford, Massachusetts is served by 18 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 52 individual chargers — an average of 2.9 chargers per site. Of those locations, 1 (6%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 17 (94%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in New Bedford is ChargePoint Network with 13 locations, followed by Non-Networked with 3. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 120 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 New Bedford and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in New Bedford

New Bedford's charging landscape is characterized by a significant reliance on the ChargePoint Network, which operates 72% of the city's 18 public charging locations. With only 6% of these sites offering DC fast charging and an average power output of 120 kW, drivers seeking quicker charging solutions may find the current offerings limited, particularly as there are no high-capacity 150 kW or greater options available. For site developers, this presents an opportunity to introduce higher-powered charging solutions that could attract users seeking faster turnarounds. Additionally, the predominance of Level 2 stations emphasizes the potential for longer dwell-time charging but also highlights the need for a balanced infrastructure that addresses both quick and slower charging needs across New Bedford.

New Bedford charging by the numbers

Locations
18
Chargers
52
DC Fast locations
1
Level 2 locations
17

DC fast share: 6% of locations. Level 2 share: 94%. Average chargers per site: 2.9. Average DC fast power: 120 kW.

New Bedford charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 72% of public locations across 4 networks.
Average DC fast power
120 kW (fastest stall: 120 kW)
High-power share
0% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
6% DC fast / 94% Level 2 across 18 locations
Estimated DC ports
2 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in New Bedford

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

Featured charging locations in New Bedford

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

  1. Mechanics Cooperative Bank New Bedford — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (RED_E · DC Fast · 120 kW)
  2. UMass Dartmouth SMAST East Campus — New Bedford, MA, 02744 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 19 kW)
  3. MBTA Church Street Station — New Bedford, MA, 02745 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  4. MBTA New Bedford Station — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  5. EVERSOURCE EVR NB GW1 — New Bedford, MA, 02745 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  6. MASSDOT NEW BED P&R 4 — New Bedford, MA, 02745 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  7. ASPEN SQUARE CHARGE POINT — New Bedford, MA, 02745 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. MASSDOT NEW BED P&R 2 — New Bedford, MA, 02745 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. INTERNATIONAL M ZEITERION 1 — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. INTERNATIONAL M ELM ST GARAGE — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. INTERNATIONAL M ZEITERION #2 — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. INTERNATIONAL M ZEITERION #3 — New Bedford, MA, 02740 (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 New Bedford specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 1 DC fast and 17 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 New Bedford, Massachusetts?
There are 18 public electric vehicle charging locations in New Bedford, Massachusetts, with a combined 52 individual chargers. 1 locations offer DC fast charging and 17 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in New Bedford?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in New Bedford with 13 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 3 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in New Bedford?
Level 2 EV chargers in New Bedford 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 New Bedford?
Most New Bedford 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 New Bedford?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in New Bedford 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 New Bedford take to become profitable?
Payback in New Bedford 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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