Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $89.68 per month.
Per use
$2.95
10 kWh per use
Per day
$2.95
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$89.68
304 kWh
Per year
$1,077
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $1.47 | $44.84 | $538 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $2.95 | $89.68 | $1,077 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $5.90 | $179 | $2,154 |
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 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $2.95 per day, $89.68 per month, or $1,077 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $89.68 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.