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Census Data Shows Homeowners More Likely to Own Electric Vehicles Than Renters

New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that homeowners are nearly twice as likely to own electric vehicles compared to renters. In 2025, 6.4% of homeowners reported having an EV, while only 3.6% of renters did. The data highlights the impact of charging access and homeownership on electric vehicle adoption.

According to the 2025 American Community Survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, homeowners are significantly more likely to own electric vehicles than renters. The survey found that 6.4% of homeowners reported having at least one EV, compared to 3.6% of renters. California leads the nation in EV ownership, but the data also reveals disparities in access to charging infrastructure that may affect adoption rates. The findings suggest that homeownership and access to charging stations are critical factors influencing electric vehicle ownership.

Key facts

  • Homeowners reported EV ownership at 6.4%, renters at 3.6%.
  • Approximately 7.3 million U.S. households own an EV.
  • California has the highest EV ownership rate at 13.8%.
  • North Dakota, Wyoming, and Louisiana have the lowest rates at 1.3% and 1.6%.
  • The Census Bureau's survey included questions about EV ownership for the first time.
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New Census data reveal a homeowner-renter divide in America's electric-car transition

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