Install EV Chargers in Cranston, Rhode Island

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Cranston, Rhode Island. 19 existing public charging locations (2 DC fast, 17 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Cranston address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Cranston, Rhode Island is served by 19 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 46 individual chargers — an average of 2.4 chargers per site. Of those locations, 2 (11%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 17 (89%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Cranston is ChargePoint Network with 14 locations, followed by Non-Networked with 2. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 180 kW, which puts most fast-charging stalls in the modern 150 kW–350 kW class capable of delivering a meaningful state-of-charge top-up in 15–30 minutes for a typical EV.

EV Data Map is an EVSE and DC Fast Charger location analyzer that scores every potential charging site in the United States from 0 to 100 for DC Fast Charger ROI, combining EV ownership density, daytime population, traffic, demographics, nearby competing chargers, dwell-time characteristics of surrounding land use, and grid capacity. Use the analyzer below to enter any address in Cranston and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Cranston

Cranston, Rhode Island, features a distinctive EV charging landscape with a strong reliance on the ChargePoint Network, which operates 74% of the city's 19 public charging locations. This concentration on a single provider ensures high uptime and consistent pricing, making it a crucial factor for developers looking to enter the market. The two DC fast charging stations, with an impressive average power of 180 kW and all classified as 150 kW-class or higher, position them among the most modern options available. With only 11% of charging sites offering DC fast options, there remains a significant opportunity to cater to the growing demand for high-power charging, especially as nearby cities evolve their infrastructure.

Cranston charging by the numbers

Locations
19
Chargers
46
DC Fast locations
2
Level 2 locations
17

DC fast share: 11% of locations. Level 2 share: 89%. Average chargers per site: 2.4. Average DC fast power: 180 kW.

Cranston charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 74% of public locations across 4 networks.
Average DC fast power
180 kW (fastest stall: 180 kW)
High-power share
100% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
11% DC fast / 89% Level 2 across 19 locations
Estimated DC ports
8 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Cranston

The following operators run public charging in Cranston, ranked by number of locations.

Featured charging locations in Cranston

A selection of higher-power public charging locations across Cranston, sorted by power level.

  1. 2050 Plainfield Pike — Cranston, RI, 2921 (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  2. 777 Cranston St — Cranston, RI, 02907 (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  3. Raffa Yoga — Cranston, RI, 02920 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  4. Tasca Automotive — Cranston, RI, 02920 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  5. Mulligan's Island — Cranston, RI, 02920 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  6. RI OER BLD61 DLT ST2 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  7. RI ENERGY GARDEN CITY 1 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. RI OER EMA ST2 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. JOHNSON & WALES J&W EV 4 — Cranston, RI, 02905 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. RI OER BLD61 DLT ST4 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. RI OER CRANSTON AG ST1 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. RI OER CRANSTON AG ST2 — Cranston, RI, 02920 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

Nearby cities with EV charging coverage

Other cities in Rhode Island we cover with full charging data and site profitability scoring — useful for comparing footprints across the state.

How profitability scores work

Every score on EV Data Map blends location demand, competition and operating economics into a single 0–100 number. Demand is modeled from registered EV count, commute and through-traffic patterns, daytime worker population, retail and hospitality footprint, and tourism inflows. Competition uses the count and quality of nearby existing chargers — including DC fast power, network reliability and dwell-fit. Operating economics include estimated electricity tariffs, demand-charge exposure, expected utilization, and capital cost for the recommended hardware mix.

For Cranston specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 2 DC fast and 17 Level 2 sites, and the typical dwell profile of the surrounding land use. The result is a per-address score plus a recommended configuration — number of stalls, target power level and network — that maximises projected revenue.

Frequently asked questions

How many EV charging stations are in Cranston, Rhode Island?
There are 19 public electric vehicle charging locations in Cranston, Rhode Island, with a combined 46 individual chargers. 2 locations offer DC fast charging and 17 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Cranston?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Cranston with 14 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 2 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Cranston?
Level 2 EV chargers in Cranston typically install for $4,000–$12,000 per port including make-ready. DC fast installs run $80,000–$250,000+ per port depending on power level, utility upgrades and trenching.
What permits and incentives apply to EV chargers in Cranston?
Most Cranston projects need an electrical permit (and a building permit plus utility coordination for DC fast). Sites can typically stack the federal 30C tax credit (up to 30% / $100,000 per commercial charger in eligible census tracts) with Rhode Island state, utility and NEVI-funded programs.
How long does it take to install an EV charger in Cranston?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Cranston energizes in 4–8 weeks from site survey. DC fast installs run 4–9 months because of utility service upgrades, transformer lead times and switchgear.
How long does an EV charger in Cranston take to become profitable?
Payback in Cranston depends on utilization, electricity tariffs (especially demand charges) and incentives captured. Well-sited Level 2 stations typically reach payback in 3–5 years; DC fast sites with strong throughput in 3–6 years.

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