Electricity rates in Newport East, RI
Newport East (11,769 people, Newport 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 Newport East
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Narragansett Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 29.18¢ | $164 | 339K | 183 |
Power outages in Newport County right now
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Outage history in Newport County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 36 | 97 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,050 (4.9%) | 15,344 (24.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-16 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (36 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Middletown 29.2¢
- Newport 29.2¢
- Jamestown 29.2¢
- Melville 29.2¢
- Portsmouth 29.2¢
- Tiverton 29.2¢
- Narragansett 29.2¢
- North Kingstown 29.2¢
- Narragansett Pier 29.2¢
- Bristol 29.2¢
ZIP codes: 02801, 02841, 02842
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Newport East?
Most homes in Newport East 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 Newport East?
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 Newport East, RI?
The Narragansett Electric Co. serves Newport East.
How often does the power go out in Newport East?
In 2025, customers in Newport County averaged 97 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 15,344 customers (24.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.