Cost to Run a E-Bike Charging in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a e-bike charging here costs $2.46 per month.
Per use
$0.14
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
8.1¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$2.46
8.7 kWh
Per year
$29.51
104 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.23 | $14.76 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 8.1¢ | $2.46 | $29.51 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.16 | $4.92 | $59.03 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a e-bike charging in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a e-bike charging with typical usage costs about 8.1¢ per day, $2.46 per month, or $29.51 per year.
Is running a e-bike charging in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.46 per month here versus $1.63 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.