High-power DC charging is spreading quickly across the United States. According to an analysis by EVChargingStations.com, published on August 31, 2026 and updated on September 19, the number of U.S. charging sites with at least one 400 kW-capable charger reached 616, with 4,895 stalls. A year earlier, there were 182 such sites.
Key Numbers
- 616 sites and 4,895 stalls with 400 kW-capable chargers.
- 182 sites a year earlier.
- 122 new sites added in just two months.
- Average of about 7.9 stalls per site.
- 43% of sites offer NACS connectors.
- Average price about $0.47 per kWh, compared with $0.55 at other fast chargers.
Who Is Building
| Network | Sites | Stalls |
|---|---|---|
| Ionna | 162 | 1,422 |
| Walmart | 109 | 910 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 91 | 863 |
| bp pulse | 37 | 512 |
| Tesla | 24 | 256 |
Source: EVChargingStations.com analysis based on DCFC Tracker and AFDC data.
What It Means
The rise of 400 kW sites shows that high-power DC is moving from pilot projects to national rollouts, led by automaker joint ventures and large retailers. At the same time, most charging still happens at home and at work on Level 2. For more on how the charging levels compare, read our guide to portable chargers vs wallboxes, and see our USA supplier page for Level 2 home and workplace products.
Related Reading
- EV Charging News: Mercedes-Benz Breaks Ground on 38-Stall Charging Hub Near JFK
- EV Charging News: New York Opens $35 Million Charge Ready NY Program for Public Entities
- Level 1 vs Level 2 vs DC Fast Charging: A Practical Comparison
Key Takeaways
- U.S. sites with 400 kW+ chargers grew to 616 from 182 in a year.
- Ionna leads with 162 sites and 1,422 stalls.
- 43% of these sites offer NACS.
- Average price is about $0.47/kWh, below other fast chargers.
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