Install EV Chargers in Hickory, North Carolina

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Hickory, North Carolina. 10 existing public charging locations (6 DC fast, 4 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Hickory address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Hickory, North Carolina is served by 10 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 39 individual chargers — an average of 3.9 chargers per site. Of those locations, 6 (60%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 4 (40%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Hickory is ChargePoint Network with 3 locations, followed by Tesla with 2. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 152 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 Hickory and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Hickory

Hickory stands out with a competitive public charging landscape featuring 10 locations split among six distinct networks, ensuring varied pricing and reliable uptime. The dominance of DC fast charging—60% of the total—reflects a modern infrastructure that averages a robust 152 kW, with two-thirds of these locations reaching 150 kW or higher. This high-power availability, highlighted by a peak stall at 250 kW, enables drivers to prioritize performance and amenities when choosing charging sites, fostering a more discerning market. With ChargePoint Network leading at 30% of installations, Hickory's charging ecosystem encourages new entrants to strategically invest around the top power thresholds, enhancing the overall convenience and efficiency for EV users in the area.

Hickory charging by the numbers

Locations
10
Chargers
39
DC Fast locations
6
Level 2 locations
4

DC fast share: 60% of locations. Level 2 share: 40%. Average chargers per site: 3.9. Average DC fast power: 152 kW.

Hickory charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 30% of public locations across 6 networks.
Average DC fast power
152 kW (fastest stall: 250 kW)
High-power share
67% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
60% DC fast / 40% Level 2 across 10 locations
Estimated DC ports
29 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Hickory

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

Featured charging locations in Hickory

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

  1. Hickory, NC - NC-127 - Tesla Supercharger — Hickory, NC, 28602 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  2. CircleK - Hickory, NC — Hickory, NC, 28602 (CIRCLE_K · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  3. City of Hickory-DCFC — Hickory, NC, 28601 (EV Connect · DC Fast · 150 kW)
  4. Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger — Hickory, NC, 28602 (Tesla · DC Fast · 150 kW)
  5. Cloninger Ford of Hickory — Hickory, NC, 28602 (RED_E · DC Fast · 120 kW)
  6. PARAMOUNT HYUND SALES FST CHG1 — Hickory, NC, 28602 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62.5 kW)
  7. Cloninger Ford of Hickory - 1241 US Hwy 70 SE — Hickory, NC, 28602 (EV Connect · Level 2 · 19 kW)
  8. Preston Ridge — Hickory, NC, 28602 (EVGATEWAY · Level 2 · 11.5 kW)
  9. HOME2 EV CP 6000 — Hickory, NC, 28602 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  10. MJHTOYOTA LEVEL 2 CHARGER — Hickory, NC, 28602 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

Nearby cities with EV charging coverage

Other cities in North Carolina 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 Hickory specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 6 DC fast and 4 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 Hickory, North Carolina?
There are 10 public electric vehicle charging locations in Hickory, North Carolina, with a combined 39 individual chargers. 6 locations offer DC fast charging and 4 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Hickory?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Hickory with 3 sites, followed by Tesla with 2 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Hickory?
Level 2 EV chargers in Hickory 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 Hickory?
Most Hickory 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 North Carolina state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Hickory?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Hickory 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 Hickory take to become profitable?
Payback in Hickory 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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