Walmart’s EV Charging Locations May Triple Soon
Walmart, which began building its own DC fast-charging network earlier this year, is set to end 2025 with approximately 16 operational locations. That total could increase significantly in the near term. According to a December 28 report from EV Charging Stations, brought to you by State of Charge, the retailer’s network may nearly triple in size.
Walmart has recently listed 31 additional sites on its website as “Coming Soon,” suggesting that within the next few months, potentially in early 2026, the total number of Walmart charging locations could approach 50.
At present, Walmart EV charging is available in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Arizona, and Florida. Texas remains the company’s primary expansion market, with roughly 10 active locations.
The 31 upcoming sites reflect a broader geographic rollout, including 10 locations in Arizona, 11 in Texas, two in Oklahoma, one in Georgia, two in Utah, and five in Arkansas, signaling a steady expansion beyond Walmart’s initial markets.
Walmart EV charging is designed to be simple and convenient. Drivers plug the connector into their vehicle, open the Walmart app, scan the QR code at the charger, select the connector, and confirm payment to start charging. Customers can then charge while shopping and receive a notification when the session is complete. The stations offer both CCS and NACS connectors.
The Walmart app allows drivers to check charger availability before arriving, manage payments, and access support if issues arise. Chargers are compatible with a wide range of EVs, with pricing displayed in the app, and Walmart+ members may be eligible for discounts.
Walmart also provides guidance on starting and stopping charging sessions, troubleshooting common issues such as connection errors or connectors not releasing, and accessing help at the charger. Additional educational resources explain charging times, how to achieve faster charging speeds, best practices for charging, and whether multiple vehicles can share a charger.
Retail EV Charging Plays an Important Role in Building a Convenient, Equitable, and Scalable Charging Network
EV charging at retail locations is critically important for North America because it aligns charging infrastructure with existing consumer behavior while accelerating EV adoption at scale. Retailers already own high-traffic, conveniently located properties with ample parking, making them ideal sites for Level 2 and DC fast charging. By enabling drivers to charge while shopping, dining, or running errands, retail-based charging reduces range anxiety, improves charger utilization, and makes EV ownership more practical for a broader population, including drivers without access to home charging.
From an economic perspective, retail charging drives foot traffic, increases dwell time, and supports incremental revenue for stores and adjacent businesses. For retailers, charging infrastructure enhances brand perception, supports sustainability commitments, and future-proofs assets as EV penetration grows.
At a system level, widespread retail charging complements home and workplace charging, helps relieve pressure on highway corridors and urban fast-charging hubs, and supports grid optimization through managed charging. Collectively, retail EV charging plays a foundational role in building a convenient, equitable, and scalable charging network across North America.
