WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Providence

Rhode Island

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The State of Electricity in Providence

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Providence

Average monthly bill

January

$1,057highest

February

$779

March

$477

April

$378

May

$351

June

$350

July

$384

August

$362

September

$346lowest

October

$366

November

$422

December

$706

Carbon Emissions

1,191 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,541 kWh

Where does Providence’s electricity come from?

Providence's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 83% of Providence's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 14%. Wind provides 3% of the energy in Providence.

83%

Natural Gas

14%

Solar

3%

Wind

Solar energy in Providence

The state of solar in Providence

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

647 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,114

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

6 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Providence can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Utilities in Providence

Rhode Island Energy

Rhode Island Energy Rates

Rhode Island Energy has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Basic Residential RateFixed15¢

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