Electricity rates in Cranston, RI
Cranston (81,073 people, Providence County) is served by The Narragansett Electric Co.. Homes on The Narragansett Electric Co. pay about 29.18¢/kWh, 0% less than the Rhode Island average.
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Electric companies serving Cranston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Narragansett Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 29.18¢ | $164 | 339K | 183 |
Power outages in Providence County right now
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Outage history in Providence County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 127 | 159 |
| Days with outages | 56 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,679 (9.8%) | 21,067 (8.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-07-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (127 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Providence 29.2¢
- East Providence 29.2¢
- Johnston 29.2¢
- North Providence 29.2¢
- Warwick 29.2¢
- Barrington 29.2¢
- West Warwick 29.2¢
- Pawtucket 29.2¢
- Central Falls 29.2¢
- East Greenwich 29.2¢
ZIP codes: 02910, 02920, 02921
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cranston?
Most homes in Cranston get power from The Narragansett Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 29.18¢/kWh including all charges. The Rhode Island average is 29.27¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Cranston?
About $164 a month, based on 563 kWh a month (the average for The Narragansett Electric Co. customers) at 29.18¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Cranston, RI?
The Narragansett Electric Co. serves Cranston.
How often does the power go out in Cranston?
In 2025, customers in Providence County averaged 2 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-04, when 21,067 customers (8.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.