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EV Charging Costs in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI
Providence offers growing opportunities for EV owners. With 45 charging stations and an average electricity rate of $0.27/kWh, the city offers competitive rates for electric vehicle charging.
Primary utility: Rhode Island Utility Average
Rate: $0.27/kWh
TOU available: Yes
EV rebate: Program dependent
Providence: $0.27/kWh
Rhode Island average: $0.29/kWh
National average: $0.18/kWh
Monthly Charging Costs in Providence
| Vehicle | Monthly Cost (1,000 mi) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | $71.05 | View vehicle -> |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | $128.57 | View vehicle -> |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | $67.50 | View vehicle -> |
EV Charging Stations in Providence
Total
45
Level 2
35
DC Fast
10
Density
25.3/100k
Available networks in Providence:
Downtown Providence Charging Hub
ChargePoint
1200 Main St, Providence, RI
1.2 miles away
Central Providence Charging Hub
Blink
1237 Main St, Providence, RI
2.9 miles away
North Providence Charging Hub
FLO
1274 Main St, Providence, RI
4.6 miles away
Map shows public charging station search results across Providence.
How Providence Compares
| Location | Rate | Model 3 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | $0.27/kWh | $71.05 |
| Rhode Island Avg | $0.29/kWh | $76.32 |
| US Avg | $0.18/kWh | $47.37 |
| Cranston | $0.33/kWh | $86.84 |
| Warwick | $0.27/kWh | $71.05 |
Peak: $0.38/kWh
Off-peak: $0.17/kWh
Savings: 56% overnight
Rebate: Not listed
Population: 177,994
EV adoption: 3.8%
Average commute: 30.1 minutes
EV adoption rank in Rhode Island: #1
Market: Growing market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging cost in Providence?
A practical baseline in Providence is near $71.05 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.27/kWh, before frequent public fast charging.
Is home charging in Providence cheaper than public fast charging?
For a 1,000-mile baseline, home-rate charging in Providence is about $47.37 cheaper per month than a public fast benchmark.
How does Providence compare with nearby cities on rates?
Nearby, Warwick is lower at $0.27/kWh while Cranston is higher at $0.33/kWh. Providence is $0.27/kWh.
How many public chargers are available in Providence?
Providence has 45 public stations, including 10 DC fast chargers.
What utility programs matter most for EV drivers in Providence?
Rhode Island Utility Average supports time-of-use pricing with potential peak-to-off-peak spread near 56%. No fixed rebate amount is listed in this dataset.
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Station density context: 25.3/100k in Providence, 33.0/100k statewide, 28.9/100k across tracked US cities.