EV Charging · Published 2026-08-20
Massachusetts vs Rhode Island: Where Home EV Charging Wins Bigger
EV Charging in Massachusetts ($1,900) vs Rhode Island ($1,700) — a 11% gap between neighbors, from July 2026 data.
Massachusetts and Rhode Island share a border, but for a Level 2 home charger installation the numbers diverge: Massachusetts averages $1,900 (rank #49 of 50) and Rhode Island averages $1,700 (rank #43) — a 11% gap.
| Massachusetts | Rhode Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 charger, installed | $1,900 | $1,700 |
| Electricity rate | 24.8¢/kWh | 22.8¢/kWh |
| Gas price | $3.30/gal | $3.35/gal |
| Typical charger rebate | $700 | $500 |
Massachusetts in context
Massachusetts is one of the most expensive states for a Level 2 home charger installation, ranking #49 of 50 at $1,900 — about 20% above the national average.
Rhode Island in context
Rhode Island is one of the most expensive states for a Level 2 home charger installation, ranking #43 of 50 at $1,700 — about 8% above the national average.
Full local breakdowns: Massachusetts · Rhode Island.
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