Electricity rates in New Shoreham, RI
New Shoreham (1,047 people, Washington County) is served by Block Island Utility District. Homes on Block Island Utility District pay about 36.97¢/kWh, 26% more than the Rhode Island average.
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Electric companies serving New Shoreham
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Island Utility District | Public power district | 36.97¢ | $144 | 1,637 | — |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 254 | 216 |
| Days with outages | 55 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 21,869 (44.9%) | 3,412 (7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-05-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (254 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Charlestown 29.2¢
- Bradford 29.2¢
- Narragansett Pier 29.2¢
- South Kingstown 29.2¢
- Wakefield-Peacedale 29.2¢
- Westerly 29.2¢
- Narragansett 29.2¢
- Ashaway 29.2¢
- Kingston 29.2¢
- Hopkinton 29.2¢
ZIP codes: 02807
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New Shoreham?
Most homes in New Shoreham get power from Block Island Utility District, where residential customers pay an average of 36.97¢/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 New Shoreham?
About $144 a month, based on 390 kWh a month (the average for Block Island Utility District customers) at 36.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in New Shoreham, RI?
Block Island Utility District serves New Shoreham.
How often does the power go out in New Shoreham?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 3 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-06, when 3,412 customers (7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.