City guide
EV charging in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles hosts one of the nation’s largest EV charging footprints, spanning streetlight-mounted Level 2, public parking, and freeway-adjacent DC fast hubs. LADWP administers substantial commercial rebates for Level 2 and DC fast charging, with enhanced support in disadvantaged communities. City leadership highlights rapid growth in installed chargers and expanded neighborhood access initiatives.
Coverage concentrates along major corridors, transit-served districts, and commercial destinations. Networks include Tesla, ChargePoint, EVgo, Electrify America, and utility-backed deployments. The Bureau of Street Lighting plans broader curbside Level 2 installations, while the California Energy Commission’s Fast Charge California Project adds incentives to scale DC fast sites.
PlugMapper integrates AFDC, LADWP, and CEC information; location details prioritize multi-port sites and high-reliability operators. Data sources are limited to open, authoritative publications.
Los Angeles, CA EV charging snapshot
LA site hosts can stack LADWP commercial rebates with state CEC fast-charging incentives to lower L2 and DCFC capital costs.
LADWP Commercial EV Charging Station Rebate includes higher amounts in equity communities; program terms updated 2024–2025.
LADWP offers DC fast-charging rebates with per-premises limits and equity adders. Source: LADWP program pages, 2024–2025.
Mayor’s Office highlighted BSL plans for 1,000 streetlight-mounted Level 2 chargers citywide. Source: City of Los Angeles (Dec 2024).
California Energy Commission project funds public DC fast chargers statewide beginning 2025. Source: CEC program overview.
Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map
Use PlugMapper to locate curbside, garage, and corridor fast-charging sites across LA, filtering by power, connector, and network reliability.
- Surface multi-port hubs first to reduce queuing; filter by CCS, J3400 (NACS), or CHAdeMO, and show estimated power bands for quick trip planning.
- Highlight clusters near Metro park-and-ride facilities, shopping districts, and entertainment venues; include 24/7 access and restroom indicators where available.
- Toggle overlays for curbside streetlight chargers and LADWP-supported installations to understand neighborhood-level coverage and equity focus areas.
Map coverage refreshes every six hours from AFDC and local utility feeds. Availability and pricing may change; confirm with the station operator before your trip.
Top EV charging stations in Los Angeles, CA
Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.
- LA County DHS 313 Fig313 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA46 total portsPOWERFLEX
- LA County ISD Walt Disney Parking Garage P3111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA43 total portsPOWERFLEX
- 843 S Broadway843 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA40 total portsLOOP
- AVA Little Tokyo236 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA40 total portsLOOP
- LA County ISD Music Center Lot 14135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA40 total portsPOWERFLEX
Need overnight charging? Toggle the map to Level 2 sites and look for garage locations with 24/7 access. Driving for hire? The fast-charge filter highlights plugs that meet local TLC or taxi requirements.
PlugMapper combines operator feeds, OpenStreetMap context, and user feedback. Spot an update? Open the station detail page to share changes so we can alert the network owner.
Incentives and rebates for installing EV chargers
LA site hosts can stack LADWP commercial rebates with state CEC fast-charging incentives to lower L2 and DCFC capital costs.
City initiatives
- LADWP Commercial EV Charging Station Rebate
Provides rebates for Level 2 and DC fast chargers, with higher amounts in disadvantaged communities and per-site limits.
View program details - Streetlight Curbside Charging (BSL)
City program to install streetlight-mounted Level 2 chargers to improve neighborhood access, targeting 1,000 units.
View program details
Utility programs
- LADWP Public Charging Information
Utility supports and installs public charging across LA; references AFDC and other tools for station discovery.
View program details
State & federal support
- Fast Charge California Project (CEC)
State funding initiative for public DC fast charging, supporting corridor and community locations starting in 2025.
View program details - AFDC Laws & Incentives – California
Summary of statewide EV charging policies, incentives, and utility programs maintained by DOE.
View program details
Neighborhood coverage
Concentrations of garage Level 2 and DC fast sites near venues and transit. Reliable coverage supports rideshare and event surges.
Mixed public garage and retail sites with multi-port charging; curbside deployments expanding through streetlight programs.
Dense Level 2 at shopping centers and workplaces; corridor fast charging along I-405 and nearby arterials.
Growing coverage at retail hubs and park-and-ride lots; multi-port DC fast stations along US-101 and I-5 corridors.
Equity-focused investments add curbside Level 2 and community hubs; fast chargers serve freight and commuter routes.
Trusted resources
- LADWP Commercial EV Charging Rebate
Official program details for Level 2 and DC fast rebates.
Visit resource - CEC – Fast Charge California Project
State DC fast-charging incentive overview and eligibility.
Visit resource - Metro – EV Charge Stations
EV charging at Metro park-and-ride facilities and garages.
Visit resource - AFDC Station Locator
DOE’s official map of public charging stations by network and connector.
Visit resource
Frequently asked questions
What rebates are available to install chargers in LA?
LADWP offers commercial rebates for Level 2 and DC fast chargers with higher support in disadvantaged communities. State CEC funding supports public DCFC.
Where are curbside chargers being added?
Streetlight-mounted Level 2 chargers are expanding across neighborhoods under the Bureau of Street Lighting program.
Which networks are most common?
Tesla, ChargePoint, EVgo, and Electrify America have broad coverage across commercial areas and corridors.
Can I find chargers at transit parking?
Yes. LA Metro operates EV charging across multiple park-and-ride facilities; check site hours and access requirements.
Do stations support J3400/NACS?
Many new DC fast sites include J3400 or adapters alongside CCS; confirm connector availability in PlugMapper before a trip.
Nearby cities
- Long Beach, CA
- Santa Monica, CA
- Pasadena, CA
Market insights shaping local charging
Streetlight chargers expand access where home charging is limited, complementing corridor DC fast hubs and retail Level 2 clusters.
Higher rebates in equity areas and per-site caps encourage larger, reliable sites that reduce queuing and improve uptime.
State grants prioritize high-power DC fast ports at strategic locations, filling gaps between private network sites.
Downtown venues and entertainment districts create peaks; multi-port stations near parking and transit minimize delays.
Find dependable EV charging in Los Angeles
Discover curbside, garage, and corridor fast-charging with filters for connector, speed, and access hours.