States with the most and least charging stations per EVs, highest and lowest EV populations, states with biggest EV registration increases and more
Gas prices are elevated, national averages have repeatedly broken the $4 per gallon threshold, and many drivers are actively weighing the economics of switching to an electric vehicle. Yet the infrastructure that would make that switch seamless is struggling to keep pace with increased demand.
To assess the current state of EV infrastructure, Zutobi, an online driver education platform, has released its updated 2026 U.S. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Report, offering a comprehensive state-by-state breakdown.
Below are key takeaways from the report, including the states with the most and least charging stations per EVs, those with the highest and lowest EV populations, and states with biggest EV registration increases and more.
- The number of EVs in the U.S. has increased by 26.7%, growing from 3.56 million to over 4.5 million.
- For the first time, charging infrastructure has kept pace, rising by 34.6%, from 180,000 to over 242,000 public ports.
States with the most charging stations per EVs
Here are the states with the most chargers per 100 electric vehicles.
PLACE 1 – WYOMING
• Total electric charging ports: 333
• Registered EVs: 1,500
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 22.2
Wyoming leads the nation in terms of charging stations per EV, with 22.2 chargers for every 100 electric vehicles. Despite having only 1,500 registered EVs, Wyoming has 333 charging points across the state.
This ratio is a reflection of state policies encouraging EV adoption by focusing on infrastructure development first. Wyoming has received federal funds to ensure that charging stations are placed strategically along major highways, ensuring that even in rural areas, EV drivers have access to charging options. However, the low EV adoption rate suggests that more efforts are needed to attract residents to switch to electric.
PLACE 2 – NORTH DAKOTA
• Total electric charging ports: 278
• Registered EVs: 1,300
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 21.4
North Dakota has also prioritized infrastructure over adoption, offering 21.4 charging stations per 100 EVs, despite having only 1,300 registered electric vehicles. The state operates 278 charging stations, which serve its small but growing population of EV owners. Like Wyoming, North Dakota’s low number of EVs means that current drivers enjoy easy access to chargers. However, as adoption grows, the state will need to continue expanding its charging network to maintain this ratio.
Place 2 – MAINE
• Total electric charging ports: 1,604
• Registered EVs: 9,700
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 16.5
Maine enters the top three for the first time, with 16.5 charging points per 100 EVs, due to a 47.97% increase in public charging infrastructure over the past year, one of the biggest expansions in the nation. The state’s 1,604 chargers serve 9,700 registered electric vehicles across a largely rural landscape.
States with the fewest charging stations per EVs
Several states are facing challenges in keeping pace with the rapidly growing demand for electric vehicles, particularly in terms of charging infrastructure.
PLACE 1 – HAWAII
• Total electric charging points: 972
• Registered EVs: 29,900
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 3.3
Hawaii has the fewest charging points per EV in the nation, with just 3.3 chargers for every 100 electric vehicles. The state has 972 charging points for its 29,900 registered EVs. While Hawaii has seen steady growth in EV ownership, driven by its aggressive clean energy policies and relatively short driving distances, its isolated island geography and limited land area make expanding charging infrastructure a significant challenge.
Notably, the state’s charging network actually declined between the 2023 and 2024 reports before recovering in 2025, underscoring how fragile progress can be without sustained investment. The state government continues to push for clean energy solutions, with policies in place to promote the installation of more chargers to meet future demand.
PLACE 2 – NEW JERSEY
• Total electric charging points: 5,946
• Registered EVs: 173,800
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 3.4
New Jersey has made progress in expanding its EV infrastructure, but it still lags behind in terms of charging stations per EV, with only 3.4 chargers for every 100 electric vehicles. The state has a high number of registered EVs, with 173,800 on the road, but only 5,946 charging stations are available to serve them.
Charging infrastructure grew by 59.71% compared to the previous year, one of the highest rates in the nation, yet the state’s EV adoption continues to outpace supply.
PLACE 3 – TEXAS
• Total electric charging points: 11,884
• Registered EVs: 294,700
• Charging stations per 100 EVs: 4.0
Texas has entered the bottom tier for the first time, with 4.0 charging stations per 100 EVs. The state’s EV fleet of 294,700 vehicles, the second largest in the nation, has outgrown its charging network despite a 37.59% increase in charging infrastructure over the past year.
Texas’s vast geography compounds the challenge: distances between cities are long, placing particular pressure on fast-charging corridors. Although Texas has experienced significant growth in both EVs and charging stations, more investment will be needed to ensure that drivers across the state have reliable access to charging options.
Top 10: States with the most charging stations per EVs
| № | States | Electric charging points | Registered EVs | Charging points per 100 EVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | 333 | 1,500 | 22.2 |
| 2 | North Dakota | 278 | 1,300 | 21.4 |
| 3 | Maine | 1,604 | 9,700 | 16.5 |
| 4 | South Dakota | 345 | 2,300 | 15.0 |
| 5 | West Virginia | 554 | 3,800 | 14.6 |
| 6 | Mississippi | 667 | 4,900 | 13.6 |
| 7 | Vermont | 1,388 | 10,200 | 13.6 |
| 8 | Connecticut | 4,676 | 39,400 | 11.9 |
| 9 | Massachusetts | 10,648 | 91,100 | 11.7 |
| 10 | Arkansas | 1,083 | 9,500 | 11.4 |
States with highest percentage of EVs on the road
Numerous states are experiencing a significant uptake in electric vehicles when compared to the overall number of vehicles on the road.
PLACE 1 – CALIFORNIA
• Registered EVs: 1,533,900
• Registered private automobiles: 12,737,763
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 12.04%
California remains the leader in EV adoption in the U.S., with 12.04% of its private vehicles now electric. This figure is driven by the state’s zero-emission vehicle mandate and strong environmental policies that have incentivized both individuals and businesses to transition to electric vehicles.
The Advanced Clean Cars II regulation, which mandates all new cars sold by 2035 to be zero-emission, has further advancesd California’s dominance in the EV market. With more than 1.5 million EVs on its roads, California alone accounts for roughly one in three electric vehicles registered nationwide.
PLACE 2 – COLORADO
• Registered EVs: 127,000
• Registered private automobiles: 1,341,494
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 9.47%
Colorado has moved to second place, with nearly 9.5% of its vehicles now electric, up from 6.31% in the previous report. The state’s focus on environmental sustainability, paired with tax incentives for EV buyers on top of federal credits, has helped to grow the EV market significantly. Continued investments in charging infrastructure, including rural areas, have positioned Colorado as a leader in the transition to electric mobility.
PLACE 3 – NEVADA
• Registered EVs: 65,600
• Registered private automobiles: 832,098
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 7.88%
Nevada enters the top three for the first time, with 7.88% of its vehicles now electric. The state’s growing tech economy, a thriving EV rideshare and taxi fleet in Las Vegas, and its position along major interstate corridors that have attracted significant federal NEVI charging investment have all contributed to Nevada’s rapid rise.
Government-backed programs and utility incentives have supported this transition and helped make EV ownership increasingly practical for Nevada residents.
States with lowest proportion of EVs on the road
PLACE 1 – NORTH DAKOTA
• Registered EVs: 1,300
• Registered private automobiles: 211,559
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 0.61%
North Dakota faces the most challenges in EV adoption, with only 0.61% of vehicles on the road being electric. The state’s vast rural areas and colder climate, which can negatively impact battery performance, contribute to this slow growth. While North Dakota does have a strong ratio of charging stations per EV, there is still a need for more robust policies to increase EV adoption and translate infrastructure investment into real-world demand.
PLACE 2 – MISSISSIPPI
• Registered EVs: 4,900
• Registered private automobiles: 754,721
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 0.65%
Mississippi has one of the lowest proportions of electric vehicles in the U.S., with just 0.65% of its vehicles being electric. The state’s rural landscape, combined with lower median incomes that limit the practical value of purchase incentives, has hampered the growth of the EV market.
Without significant investments in both infrastructure and targeted incentive programs, Mississippi is likely to continue trailing behind other states in the transition to electric vehicles, even as EV registrations grew by a notable 36.5% in the past year.
PLACE 3 – SOUTH DAKOTA
• Registered EVs: 2,300
• Registered private automobiles: 275,993
• EVs as a percentage of total automobiles: 0.83%
South Dakota has a low percentage of electric vehicles, with just 0.83% of private automobiles being electric. The state’s rural expanse and historically limited EV charging infrastructure pose significant hurdles to widespread EV adoption.
Although there have been meaningful investments in charging stations, South Dakota recorded a 48.71% increase in charging ports this year, more support and consumer education are needed to encourage greater EV usage in the state.
TOP 10: States with highest percentage of EVs on the road
| № | State | Registered EVs | Registered private automobiles | EVs as % of automobiles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 1,533,900 | 12,737,763 | 12.04 |
| 2 | Colorado | 127,000 | 1,341,494 | 9.47 |
| 3 | Nevada | 65,600 | 832,098 | 7.88 |
| 4 | Washington | 191,400 | 2,476,547 | 7.73 |
| 5 | New Jersey | 173,800 | 2,251,730 | 7.72 |
| 6 | Delaware | 11,100 | 146,701 | 7.57 |
| 7 | Dist. of Columbia | 10,100 | 138,559 | 7.29 |
| 8 | Hawaii | 29,900 | 415,330 | 7.20 |
| 9 | Vermont | 10,200 | 162,650 | 6.27 |
| 10 | Oregon | 78,400 | 1,291,044 | 6.07 |
How the number of EVs and charging stations changed
The growth in electric vehicle (EV) adoption across the U.S. has continued at a strong pace over the past year. In 2024, there were just over 3.56 million registered EVs, but by 2025, that number grew to more than 4.5 million, representing a 26.7% increase in electric vehicle registrations nationwide.
States like Michigan, Louisiana, and Colorado have seen the most significant growth, with increases of over 40%, driven by a combination of state-level incentives, expanding charging infrastructure, and growing consumer demand for cleaner and cheaper-to-run transportation options as gas prices remain elevated.
While EV registrations have continued to increase, the expansion of charging infrastructure has also accelerated and for the first time. In 2024, there were around 180,000 public charging stations, and this number increased to over 242,000 in 2025, representing a 34.6% growth in the total number of charging ports. States like Connecticut and New York led the nation in this area, with increases of over 70% in their charging infrastructure.
This represents a turning point: the national ratio of chargers to EVs is improving for the first time in several years. However, as EV adoption continues to grow rapidly, ensuring that charging infrastructure sustains this pace will be critical. While states like Michigan and Connecticut have made significant investments in charging networks, many rural and less populated areas still lag behind, presenting challenges for EV drivers in those regions.
States with the biggest increase in registered EVs
PLACE 1 – MICHIGAN
• Registered EVs in 2024: 50,284
• Registered EVs in 2025: 75,800
• Percentage growth: 50.7%
Michigan saw the largest growth in EV registrations, with a 50.7% increase. This can be attributed to both federal and state incentives, including tax rebates for EV purchases, as well as the expansion of charging infrastructure backed by major automakers headquartered in the state.
PLACE 2 – LOUISIANA
• Registered EVs in 2024: 8,150
• Registered EVs in 2025: 11,600
• Percentage growth: 42.3%
Louisiana has had a significant 42.3% increase in electric vehicle registrations. This growth is a result of new EV-friendly policies, rising fuel costs, and the state’s expanding charging network, which has made owning an electric vehicle more feasible for its residents.
PLACE 3 – COLORADO
• Registered EVs in 2024: 90,083
• Registered EVs in 2025: 127,000
• Percentage growth: 41.0%
Colorado, already the second-highest state for EV adoption as a share of total vehicles, saw a 41% growth in EV registrations. The state’s transition to electric vehicles is bolstered by state tax incentives on top of federal credits, a high concentration of environmentally engaged residents, and a utility sector that has embraced time-of-use charging rates that significantly reduce the cost of charging at home.
TOP 10: States with biggest increase in registered EVs
| № | State | Registered EVs (2024 Report) | Registered EVs (2025 Report) | Increase, % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan | 50,284 | 75,800 | 50.7 |
| 2 | Louisiana | 8,150 | 11,600 | 42.3 |
| 3 | Colorado | 90,083 | 127,000 | 41.0 |
| 4 | Nevada | 47,361 | 65,600 | 38.5 |
| 5 | West Virginia | 2,758 | 3,800 | 37.8 |
| 6 | Ohio | 50,393 | 69,400 | 37.7 |
| 7 | South Dakota | 1,675 | 2,300 | 37.3 |
| 8 | Mississippi | 3,590 | 4,900 | 36.5 |
| 9 | North Dakota | 959 | 1,300 | 35.6 |
| 10 | Alabama | 13,047 | 17,500 | 34.1 |
States with the biggest increase in charging stations
PLACE 1 – CONNECTICUT
• Charging points in 2024: 2,547
• Charging points in 2025: 4,676
• Percentage growth: 83.59%
Connecticut leads with an 83.59% increase in charging stations. The state’s focus on expanding infrastructure has helped make EV ownership more accessible. Connecticut also benefits from being part of regional multi-state clean transportation initiatives that have channeled funds toward electric mobility infrastructure.
PLACE 2 – NEW YORK
• Charging points in 2024: 11,114
• Charging points in 2025: 19,125
• Percentage growth: 72.08%
New York saw a 72.08% increase in charging infrastructure over the past year, adding more than 8,000 public ports, the largest absolute increase of any state. This rapid growth is part of the state’s broader efforts to reduce emissions and support the adoption of electric vehicles.
State utility programs, including initiatives that subsidize the installation of chargers in apartment buildings and workplaces, have been instrumental in driving this expansion.
PLACE 3 – ALASKA
• Charging points in 2024: 124
• Charging points in 2025: 211
• Percentage growth: 70.16%
Alaska’s charging infrastructure grew by 70.16%. Federal NEVI funding has begun reaching Alaska’s key highway corridors, and Anchorage has seen meaningful urban charging expansion. This expansion is a key step toward ensuring that drivers in the Last Frontier have access to reliable charging options, and improvements in cold-weather battery technology are making the proposition increasingly viable.
TOP 10: States with biggest increase in charging stations
| № | State | Total electric charging points (2024 Report) | Total electric charging points (2025 Report) | Increase, % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | 2,547 | 4,676 | 83.59 |
| 2 | New York | 11,114 | 19,125 | 72.08 |
| 3 | Alaska | 124 | 211 | 70.16 |
| 4 | New Mexico | 695 | 1,154 | 66.04 |
| 5 | New Jersey | 3,723 | 5,946 | 59.71 |
| 6 | Michigan | 3,352 | 5,349 | 59.58 |
| 7 | Wisconsin | 1,398 | 2,196 | 57.08 |
| 8 | Illinois | 3,510 | 5,443 | 55.07 |
| 9 | Minnesota | 1,995 | 3,069 | 53.83 |
| 10 | Alabama | 1,096 | 1,684 | 53.65 |
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