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title: "Rhode Island Electricity Rates & EV Charging Cost (August 2026)"
description: "Charging an EV in Rhode Island costs about $9.44 per 100 miles and $106.20 a month at 28.18¢/kWh (EIA, August 2026). Rank #45 of 51, with costs for popular EV models."
url: https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/
updated: 2026-10-26
---

# Rhode Island electricity rates and EV charging cost

At **28.18¢/kWh** — Rhode Island's average residential electricity price in August 2026 — charging a typical EV costs about **$9.44 per 100 miles** and **$106.20 a month** for 13,500 miles a year. That is 55% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is down from 28.29¢ in July 2026.

- **Electricity price:** 28.18¢ (per kWh, +55% vs U.S.)
- **Per 100 miles:** $9.44 (33.5 kWh/100 mi EV)
- **Rank:** #45 (of 51, 1 is cheapest)
- **Per month:** $106.20 (13,500 miles a year)

More models are in the [full calculator](https://evchargecosts.com/).

## Electricity price trend in Rhode Island

Average residential price, cents per kWh, last 13 months (EIA).

## EV vs gas in Rhode Island

Regular gasoline averaged **$4.249 a gallon** in the New England region in the week of October 19, 2026 (EIA). A 30 mpg car costs $14.16 per 100 miles, versus $9.44 for a typical EV — $637.61 a year in favor of the EV.

[Compare EV and gas costs in Rhode Island](https://evchargecosts.com/ev-vs-gas/?state=RI)

## Charging cost for popular EVs in Rhode Island

At 28.18¢/kWh and 13,500 miles a year. Select a model for trims, charging time and nearby states.

**Monthly home charging cost in Rhode Island at 28.18¢/kWh, 13,500 miles a year**

| Vehicle | kWh/100 mi | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Tesla Model Y](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/tesla-model-y/) | 26.9 | $7.57 | $85.16 | $25.51 |
| [Tesla Model 3](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/tesla-model-3/) | 26.4 | $7.43 | $83.62 | $25.72 |
| [Tesla Model S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/tesla-model-s/) | 32.5 | $9.15 | $102.99 | $31.86 |
| [Tesla Model X](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/tesla-model-x/) | 34.2 | $9.65 | $108.57 | $31.75 |
| [Tesla Cybertruck](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/tesla-cybertruck/) | 42.9 | $12.09 | $136.02 | $39.30 |
| [Chevrolet Equinox EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/chevrolet-equinox-ev/) | 32.6 | $9.19 | $103.41 | $28.22 |
| [Chevrolet Blazer EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/chevrolet-blazer-ev/) | 35.6 | $10.04 | $113.00 | $28.43 |
| [Chevrolet Silverado EV](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/chevrolet-silverado-ev/) | 49.6 | $13.96 | $157.09 | $39.94 |
| [Ford Mustang Mach-E](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/ford-mustang-mach-e/) | 33.6 | $9.48 | $106.63 | $22.75 |
| [Ford F-150 Lightning](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/ford-f-150-lightning/) | 47.9 | $13.50 | $151.90 | $43.21 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 5](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/hyundai-ioniq-5/) | 34.5 | $9.72 | $109.36 | $26.15 |
| [Hyundai Ioniq 6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/hyundai-ioniq-6/) | 28.0 | $7.89 | $88.77 | $24.93 |
| [Hyundai Kona Electric](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/hyundai-kona-electric/) | 29.1 | $8.20 | $92.20 | $21.39 |
| [Kia EV6](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/kia-ev6/) | 31.6 | $8.90 | $100.12 | $26.25 |
| [Kia EV9](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/kia-ev9/) | 40.0 | $11.27 | $126.81 | $31.90 |
| [Honda Prologue](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/honda-prologue/) | 34.1 | $9.60 | $108.02 | $28.23 |
| [Rivian R1S](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/rivian-r1s/) | 43.1 | $12.15 | $136.71 | $38.52 |
| [Rivian R1T](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/rivian-r1t/) | 43.1 | $12.15 | $136.71 | $38.52 |
| [Cadillac Lyriq](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/cadillac-lyriq/) | 38.0 | $10.70 | $120.41 | $34.14 |
| [Volkswagen ID.4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/volkswagen-id-4/) | 31.6 | $8.90 | $100.17 | $18.34 |
| [Nissan Leaf](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/nissan-leaf/) | 30.4 | $8.57 | $96.46 | $12.78 |
| [Nissan Ariya](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/nissan-ariya/) | 35.3 | $9.95 | $111.89 | $20.39 |
| [Toyota bZ](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/toyota-bz/) | 28.0 | $7.89 | $88.75 | $22.72 |
| [Subaru Solterra](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/subaru-solterra/) | 28.9 | $8.15 | $91.69 | $22.66 |
| [BMW i4](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/bmw-i4/) | 33.4 | $9.41 | $105.91 | $27.02 |
| [Lucid Air](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/lucid-air/) | 27.3 | $7.69 | $86.57 | $30.47 |

## Rhode Island vs neighboring states

Rhode Island and its neighbors are outlined on the map.

**Electricity price and EV charging cost: Rhode Island and neighbors, August 2026**

| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Connecticut](https://evchargecosts.com/states/connecticut/) | 24.51 | $8.21 | $92.37 |
| [Rhode Island](https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/) | 28.18 | $9.44 | $106.20 |
| [Massachusetts](https://evchargecosts.com/states/massachusetts/) | 30.48 | $10.21 | $114.87 |

## Monthly electricity prices in Rhode Island

**Average residential electricity price in Rhode Island by month (EIA)**

| Month | Price (¢/kWh) | EV cost per 100 miles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2026 | 28.18 | $9.44 |
| July 2026 | 28.29 | $9.48 |
| June 2026 | 29.23 | $9.79 |
| May 2026 | 29.46 | $9.87 |
| April 2026 | 28.30 | $9.48 |
| March 2026 | 29.91 | $10.02 |
| February 2026 | 29.45 | $9.87 |
| January 2026 | 30.14 | $10.10 |
| December 2025 | 31.17 | $10.44 |
| November 2025 | 30.84 | $10.33 |
| October 2025 | 31.18 | $10.45 |
| September 2025 | 28.33 | $9.49 |
| August 2025 | 26.53 | $8.89 |

## Questions people ask

### How much does it cost to charge an EV in Rhode Island?

About $9.44 per 100 miles, $106.20 a month or $1,274.44 a year for 13,500 miles, at 28.18¢/kWh for an EV using 33.5 kWh/100 mi.

### What is the average electricity price in Rhode Island?

28.18 cents per kWh for residential customers in August 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is 55% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢.

### Is it cheaper to drive an EV than a gas car in Rhode Island?

On fuel, yes: about $1,274.44 a year for the EV versus $1,912.05 for a 30 mpg gas car at $4.249/gal (EIA New England average).

### How does Rhode Island compare with neighboring states?

Connecticut has lower residential electricity prices than Rhode Island.

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Source page: https://evchargecosts.com/states/rhode-island/
Data: EIA (electricity August 2026, gasoline 2026-10-19), EPA fueleconomy.gov. License: CC BY 4.0.