Max speed
250 kW
Level 3 DC FastTotal plugs
16
16 fast / 0 L2
NACS
CA local charging directory
EV Charging Stations in Santa Cruz, California
Compare 44 public locations by plug type, reported charging power, network, access hours, pricing, and driving directions.
- Public stations
- 44
- Total listed plugs
- 132
- DC fast plugs
- 27
- Fastest reported
- 350 kW
active public locations
105 Level 2
at 4 locations
3 locations at 150 kW+
Local snapshot
Charging in Santa Cruz
The public charging inventory in Santa Cruz includes 132 plugs across 44 locations. 4 stations offer DC fast charging, representing about 9% of listed locations. For longer stops, the directory contains 105 Level 2 plugs.
The most widely represented connector types include J1772, NACS, CCS, CHAdeMO. Compatibility matters as much as proximity: select your vehicle’s connector below, then compare reported power and plug count before choosing a stop.
41 locations report 24-hour access and 8 are described as free or complimentary. Access, fees, and live availability can change, so confirm critical trip stops in the charging network’s app.
Refine the results
Find a compatible charger
Open the station search with Santa Cruz and CA already selected, then combine plug, network, speed, and access filters.
Station directory
Best-equipped EV charging stations in Santa Cruz
Locations are ordered using reported charging power, fast-plug count, connector choice, access hours, and amenities. This is a planning score, not a live reliability ranking.
StationMax speedPlugsConnectors
Max speed
350 kW
Level 3 DC FastTotal plugs
6
6 fast / 0 L2
CCS
Max speed
350 kW
Level 3 DC FastTotal plugs
4
4 fast / 0 L2
CHAdeMOCCS
Max speed
62.5 kW
Level 3 DC FastTotal plugs
1
1 fast / 0 L2
CHAdeMOCCS
Max speed
16 kW
Level 2Total plugs
10
0 fast / 10 L2
NACS
Max speed
16 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
NACS
Max speed
21.6 kW
Level 2Total plugs
4
0 fast / 4 L2
J1772
Max speed
21.6 kW
Level 2Total plugs
3
0 fast / 3 L2
J1772
Max speed
16 kW
Level 2Total plugs
10
0 fast / 10 L2
NACS
Max speed
19 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
NACS
Max speed
7.2 kW
Level 2Total plugs
6
0 fast / 6 L2
J1772
Max speed
8.6 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
7.9 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
7.7 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
2
0 fast / 2 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
1
0 fast / 1 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
1
0 fast / 1 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
1
0 fast / 1 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
1
0 fast / 1 L2
J1772
Max speed
6.5 kW
Level 2Total plugs
1
0 fast / 1 L2
J1772
Max speed
Not listed
Level 2Total plugs
3
0 fast / 3 L2
J1772
Max speed
7.2 kW
Level 2Total plugs
6
0 fast / 6 L2
J1772
Max speed
7.6 kW
Level 2Total plugs
4
0 fast / 4 L2
J1772
Local operators
Charging networks in Santa Cruz
Location counts show directory coverage, not real-time uptime or plug availability.
- 1ChargePoint29 stations
- 2Blink4 stations
- 3Tesla Destination4 stations
- 4Electrify America1 station
- 5EVgo1 station
- 6Tesla Supercharger1 station
- 7Loop1 station
- 8EVCS1 station
Connector coverage
Plug types reported
- J1772
- 36 station locations
- NACS
- 5 station locations
- CCS
- 3 station locations
- CHAdeMO
- 2 station locations
Planning answers
Frequently asked questions
How many public EV charging stations are in Santa Cruz?
This directory currently lists 44 active public charging locations in Santa Cruz, California, with 132 reported Level 2 and DC fast plugs.
Does Santa Cruz have DC fast charging?
Yes. 4 locations list DC fast charging, with 27 fast plugs in total. The fastest reported station power is 350 kW.
Which charging network has the most locations in Santa Cruz?
ChargePoint has the largest presence in the current directory, with 29 listed locations. Network coverage does not indicate live charger availability.
Are EV chargers in Santa Cruz open 24 hours?
41 listed locations report 24-hour access—about 93% of the city directory. Confirm access rules and live status with the network before arrival.