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Electricity Rate in Rhode Island (2026): 31.30c/kWh Average

Residential Rate
31.30¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
+77%
13.65c above
Avg Monthly Bill
$174
557 kWh
Provider Choice
Yes
Can switch suppliers

Rhode Island Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

Rhode Island electricity averages 31.30 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 13.65c above the US average of 17.65c/kWh. The average monthly bill for Rhode Island households is $174 based on typical usage of 557 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 70%, renewables 20%, offshore wind 10%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: Rhode Island rates rose 6.1% year-over-year as of April 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 5.4% over the same period.

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Your Rhode Island Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (557 kWh x 31.30c)$174.34
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$184.34
All Sectors - Rhode Island
Residential31.30c
Commercial23.54c
Industrial14.87c
Dominant Utility
Rhode Island Energy (formerly National Grid RI)
Adjacent States
Connecticut28.94c
Massachusetts31.51c
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Rhode Island Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in Rhode Island in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in Rhode Island is 31.30 cents per kWh as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 13.65c above the US average of 17.65c/kWh (+77%). The average monthly electricity bill in Rhode Island is approximately $174 based on 557 kWh typical monthly usage.
Can I switch electricity providers in Rhode Island?+
Yes - Rhode Island is a deregulated state. Rhode Island Energy default; competitive supply optional via RIPUC The local utility (Rhode Island Energy (formerly National Grid RI)) still delivers the electricity; only the generation/supply charge is competitive.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in Rhode Island?+
The average Rhode Island household uses approximately 557 kWh per month. At 31.30c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $174. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in Rhode Island?+
Rhode Island's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 70%, renewables 20%, offshore wind 10%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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