Install EV Chargers in Athens, Ohio

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Athens, Ohio. 18 existing public charging locations (8 DC fast, 10 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Athens address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Athens, Ohio is served by 18 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 30 individual chargers — an average of 1.7 chargers per site. Of those locations, 8 (44%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 10 (56%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Athens is ChargePoint Network with 16 locations, followed by Non-Networked with 1. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 78 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 Athens and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Athens

Athens, Ohio's EV charging landscape is heavily influenced by ChargePoint Network, which operates 89% of the city’s 18 public locations, providing a consistent user experience but also consolidating reliability and pricing under a single entity. The city's DC fast charging infrastructure, constituting 44% of the total locations, averages a lower power output of 74 kW, with the fastest charging stall reaching 120 kW. This indicates that current offerings may not meet the growing demand for higher power charging solutions, particularly as new entrants introduce equipment with capabilities up to 350 kW. In a market where rapid charging is becoming increasingly essential for driver convenience, Athens presents opportunities for innovative site developers to address power gaps and enhance the driving experience.

Athens charging by the numbers

Locations
18
Chargers
30
DC Fast locations
8
Level 2 locations
10

DC fast share: 44% of locations. Level 2 share: 56%. Average chargers per site: 1.7. Average DC fast power: 78 kW.

Athens charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 89% of public locations across 3 networks.
Average DC fast power
78 kW (fastest stall: 120 kW)
High-power share
0% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
44% DC fast / 56% Level 2 across 18 locations
Estimated DC ports
11 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Athens

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

Featured charging locations in Athens

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

  1. DONWOODAUTO DW FORD 5 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 120 kW)
  2. DONWOODAUTO DW FORD 6 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 120 kW)
  3. DONWOODAUTO DW FORD 4 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 120 kW)
  4. DONWOODAUTO HYUNDAI 1 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62.5 kW)
  5. DONWOODAUTO DW TOYOTA 1 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62 kW)
  6. DONWOODAUTO HYUNDAI 2 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62 kW)
  7. FRONT OF POOL DC FAST CHARGE — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  8. Hugh White Nissan — Athens, OH, 45701 (IN_CHARGE · DC Fast · 24 kW)
  9. DONWOODAUTO DW FORD 1 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 19.2 kW)
  10. DONWOODAUTO DON WOOD FORD 3 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 19.2 kW)
  11. DONWOODAUTO DON WOOD FORD 2 — Athens, OH, 45701 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 19.2 kW)
  12. Little Fish Brewing Co — Athens, OH, 45701 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)

Nearby cities with EV charging coverage

Other cities in Ohio 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 Athens specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 8 DC fast and 10 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 Athens, Ohio?
There are 18 public electric vehicle charging locations in Athens, Ohio, with a combined 30 individual chargers. 8 locations offer DC fast charging and 10 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Athens?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Athens with 16 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 1 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Athens?
Level 2 EV chargers in Athens 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 Athens?
Most Athens 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 Ohio state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Athens?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Athens 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 Athens take to become profitable?
Payback in Athens 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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