Electricity rates in Wakefield-Peacedale, RI
Wakefield-Peacedale (8,487 people, Washington 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 Wakefield-Peacedale
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Narragansett Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 29.18¢ | $164 | 339K | 183 |
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
- South Kingstown 29.2¢
- Narragansett Pier 29.2¢
- Kingston 29.2¢
- Narragansett 29.2¢
- North Kingstown 29.2¢
- Jamestown 29.2¢
- Charlestown 29.2¢
- Exeter 29.2¢
- Newport 29.2¢
- Hope Valley 29.2¢
ZIP codes: 02879, 02882, 02883
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wakefield-Peacedale?
Most homes in Wakefield-Peacedale 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 Wakefield-Peacedale?
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 Wakefield-Peacedale, RI?
The Narragansett Electric Co. serves Wakefield-Peacedale.
How often does the power go out in Wakefield-Peacedale?
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.