Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) 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 (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $86.03 per month.
Per use
$2.83
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.83
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$86.03
304 kWh
Per year
$1,033
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.42 | $43.02 | $516 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.83 | $86.03 | $1,033 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.66 | $172 | $2,066 |
Rhode Island vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.83 per day, $86.03 per month, or $1,033 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) 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 $86.03 per month here versus $57.15 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.