United States station directory
EV Charging Stations in Rhode Island
Browse public EV charging locations in Rhode Island by city, network, connector type, charger level, and fuel availability.
EV charging overview for Rhode Island
This state hub summarizes the EV charging data before the city list. It uses data-backed counts for public EV station locations, DC fast charging, Level 2 charging, free charging, 24-hour access, connector types, and network coverage.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Public open EV listings | 338 |
| Cities with EV listings | 39 |
| DC fast listings | 46 |
| Level 2 listings | 296 |
| Free charging reported | 13 |
| 24-hour access reported | 316 |
| Top EV network | ChargePoint Network |
| Most common connector | J1772 |
| Data source | NREL/AFDC Alternative Fuel Stations data |
Rhode Island geography and EV charging coverage
Census geography helps put station counts in context. Larger areas can have many listed locations while still having long gaps between communities, so compare city and ZIP pages before planning a longer trip.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Land area | 1,034 square miles |
| Population context | 1,101,801 people |
| Population density | 1,066 people per square mile |
| Station density | 0.3 public listings per square mile |
EV charging incentives and policy context in Rhode Island
Drivers and site planners often compare station locations with state and federal programs. These links point to current AFDC law and incentive records for EV charging. Program rules can change, so confirm details with the listed agency before making a purchase or project decision.
| Program or rule | Type | Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways - City of Newport | Laws and Regulations | 9/7/2018 |
| State Agency Coordination to Address Climate Change | Laws and Regulations | 9/29/2014 |
| Rhode Island's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning | State Incentives | 9/14/2022 |
| Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support | Laws and Regulations | 8/3/2020 |
Cities in Rhode Island with the most EV charging stations
Use this table to compare high-coverage city hubs by station count, charger level, free charging, and 24-hour access.
| City | Stations | DC fast | Level 2 | Free reported | 24-hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 87 | 6 | 81 | 1 | 84 |
| Warwick | 47 | 10 | 38 | 2 | 45 |
| Newport | 19 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 17 |
| Cranston | 19 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 18 |
| East Providence | 12 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 12 |
| East Greenwich | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 12 |
| Middletown | 12 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 11 |
| Smithfield | 11 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Johnston | 11 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 10 |
| North Kingstown | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 8 |
| Woonsocket | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| Hopkinton | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Cumberland | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Lincoln | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| South Kingstown | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| Narragansett | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| Pawtucket | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Warren | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Portsmouth | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Westerly | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Charlestown | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Burrillville | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Tiverton | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Barrington | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| West Warwick | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Showing the top 25 cities by public EV listings. Use search or the city list below to find smaller cities.
More EV charging station counts by city
| City | Stations | City | Stations | City | Stations | City | Stations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 3 | Richmond | 2 | Glocester | 1 | Wakefield | 1 |
| Kingstown | 3 | Riverside | 2 | Watch Hill | 1 | West Greenwich | 1 |
| Rumford | 3 | North Providence | 2 | Exeter | 1 | ||
| Kingston | 2 | North Smithfield | 1 | Coventry | 1 |
High-coverage EV charging ZIP codes in Rhode Island
These ZIP links help drivers compare smaller local areas without loading a map or a long statewide station list.
EV charging network coverage in Rhode Island
Network coverage is counted from station data. A station can appear under one reported EV network or as non-networked when the source does not provide a named network.
| Network | Stations | Top cities in this state |
|---|---|---|
| ChargePoint Network | 277 | Providence, Warwick, Newport |
| Non-Networked | 15 | Warwick, Newport, Cranston |
| Tesla | 7 | Warwick, East Greenwich, West Greenwich |
| Tesla Destination | 7 | Westerly, Newport, Watch Hill |
| AMPUP | 7 | Riverside, Johnston, Cranston |
| SHELL_RECHARGE | 7 | Warwick, Cranston, Newport |
| Blink Network | 5 | Johnston, Providence, West Warwick |
| FLASH | 3 | Providence |
| EV Connect | 2 | South Kingstown, Smithfield |
| eVgo Network | 2 | Providence, Warwick |
| Electrify America | 1 | Providence |
| FLO | 1 | Portsmouth |
EV connector availability in Rhode Island
Connector counts help drivers understand whether the state listings commonly include J1772, CCS, CHAdeMO, Tesla, and other data-reported plug types.
| Connector | Stations | City pages |
|---|---|---|
| J1772 | 292 | Browse Rhode Island cities |
| CCS | 40 | Browse Rhode Island cities |
| CHAdeMO | 19 | Browse Rhode Island cities |
| Tesla | 17 | Browse Rhode Island cities |
| NEMA 5-20 | 1 | Browse Rhode Island cities |
Alternative fuel station availability in Rhode Island
This comparison includes public open station data for EV charging and other alternative fuels in the same state, where those fuel records are available.
| Fuel type | Public open station locations | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| EV Charging | 338 | View ev charging in Rhode Island |
| LPG Propane | 7 | View lpg propane in Rhode Island |
| Biodiesel | 1 | View biodiesel in Rhode Island |
Frequently asked questions
How many EV charging stations are in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has 338 public EV charging locations marked open in the source data.
Which cities in Rhode Island have the most EV chargers?
The top city table on this page ranks city hubs by public EV station listing count and also shows DC fast, Level 2, free, and 24-hour counts.
Are DC fast chargers listed for Rhode Island?
Yes. This page counts 46 EV stations with DC fast charging where the source lists that detail.
Does the state page show live charger status?
No. This directory uses station data, coordinates, network details, and last-confirmed fields. Check the charging network or station operator before driving.
Where does this EV station data come from?
The data comes from normalized NREL/AFDC Alternative Fuel Stations records.