Electric Car Charging Stations in Florida
As of 2022, Miami has the most electric car charging stations in Florida—but both Orlando and Tampa have many charging stations too.
Written by Jessica Gibson
Edited by R.E. Fulton
Florida
boasts over 6,691 public charging stations where you can charge up your electric vehicle. Use an online map or app to find a charge point near you.- Florida has some of the best charging infrastructure in America, with more charging stations being added every year.
- Florida has almost 1,000 fast charging stations that allow you to charge your EV at a rate of up to 20 miles per minute.
- Charging costs anywhere from $1.50 to $30, depending on your car’s battery and the charging type.
- Florida has some of the best charging infrastructure in America, with more charging stations being added every year.
- Florida has almost 1,000 fast charging stations that allow you to charge your EV at a rate of up to 20 miles per minute.
- Charging costs anywhere from $1.50 to $30, depending on your car’s battery and the charging type.
Where to find electric vehicle charging stations in Florida
Before you head out into Florida’s vast urban landscape in your search for a charging station, you’ll need to know what types of charging equipment are available, as well as your electric vehicle’s needs.
- Level 1: Akin to a 120-volt household outlet, it may take more than 24 hours for a full charge; ideal for plug-in hybrid vehicles
- Level 2: 220 volts; charging usually takes between 4 and 8 hours; very common as a public charger, but also great for charging at home
- Level 3: Known as DC fast charging, charges your vehicle at a rate of up to 20 miles per minute, ideal for road trips
- Tesla Supercharger: Tesla’s proprietary DC fast charging network; more plugs per site on average
As of early 2023,
Florida has roughly 955 Level 3 high-speed chargers
, along with 5,600 Level 2 chargers and 136 Tesla Superchargers. There are also around 35 Level 1 chargers across the state, but getting a full charge will take more than 24 hours on these—unless it’s an emergency, you’re better off charging at home.Here are some websites that will map out chargepoints in Florida:
Florida cities with the most EV charging locations
City | Total number of public charging stations | DCFC stations | Tesla stations | Free stations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2,927 | 627 | 439 | 520 | |
1,435 | 282 | 184 | 202 | |
1,245 | 231 | 165 | 241 |
MORE: How to choose an eco-friendly car
How much does it cost to charge an electric car in Florida?
In Florida, charging up your electric car is cheaper than filling up a gas-powered vehicle. Still, the cost of juicing up your electric car will vary depending on the size of your battery and the location where you’re charging up.
Level 1 chargers: Cheap, but slow
Level 1 chargers are great because they often cost very little to use—and if you’re charging up at home, the only thing they’ll cost is the power you use. The downside to Level 1 charging is that it takes more than 24 hours to charge your electric vehicle fully. If you do have to pay for Level 1 charging, it should cost between roughly $1.50 and $14, depending on your battery’s size and where you're powering up.
Level 2 chargers: $8 to $40, except for overnight charging
Level 2 chargers are the most common type of public electric vehicle chargers. Some Level 2 chargers are free, but for the most part, it will cost between $0.20 and $0.30 per kWh, or roughly between $8 and $40 per charge. Again, the type of battery and the location will determine the exact cost. So, for example, if you’re just going for a quick battery top-up, it will cost you roughly $10 for an hour’s charge. If you’re charging overnight at a Level 2 station at a hotel or business center, expect your bill to be significantly higher.
Level 3 chargers: $10 to $30 per charge
Level 3 chargers/DC fast chargers (DCFC chargers) are priced similarly to Level 2 charging but are much more economical. Why? Because it’s a much faster way to charge your vehicle. DCFC bills either by the minute or by the amount of electricity used (kWh) during your charging session. The national average for a DCFC charge is about $0.35 per minute, which works out to between $10 and $30 per charge.
Do note some charging stations charge a parking fee when you’re juicing up. Most are pay-per-use, but some locations offer monthly memberships, which could make sense if you frequently use the same spot to charge up.
Florida electric vehicle incentives
Florida offers drivers a $200 rebate to those who purchase or lease an electric vehicle.
Also, some Florida electricity providers offer rebates to electric car drivers, so long as you’re a customer:
- Orlando Utilities Commission: offer a $200 rebate on a new EV
- Kissimmee Utility Authority: offer a $100 rebate on a new EV purchase and $100 on a home EV charging station
- Jacksonville Electric Authority: offer a $7/month rate to charge your vehicle during off-peak hours
Florida will get about $198 million over the next five years from the federal
Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
to invest in expanding the state’s electric charging station grid.How to save on electric car insurance in Florida
While driving an electric car will certainly lower your fuel costs (possibly to zero), EV drivers still pay
higher insurance rates
, especially for luxury EVs.For example,
Tesla Model 3 insurance costs
will set you back roughly $2,676 annually. In comparison, if you drive the most popular vehicle in Florida—the gas-powered Toyota RAV4
—your insurance cost will hover around $1,824 annually. “Jerrysaved me $80 a month! I have a Tesla Model Y and really wanted to lower my rates. And they did! I really recommend you give this a shot!” —Nick M.
FAQs
How many EV charging stations are there in Florida?
Florida has at least 6,691 public EV charging stations: roughly 5,600 Level 2 chargers, 955 Level 3 chargers, and 136 Tesla superchargers. The Sunshine State’s electric vehicle infrastructure is second only to California, the EV capital of the US.
Are charging stations free in Florida?
Not always. Some public Level 2 chargers are free, but you’re likely to be charged at any charging station in a business parking lot.
What is the fastest EV charging station in Florida?
DC fast chargers, including Tesla superchargers, are the fastest type of charging station for EV drivers Florida.
What percentage of cars in Florida are electric?
As of 2022, 6.7% of all vehicles in Florida were EVs. That number is expected to grow as electric vehicles become more popular and easier to charge.
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