Install EV Chargers in East Providence, Rhode Island

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in East Providence, Rhode Island. 12 existing public charging locations (0 DC fast, 12 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any East Providence address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

East Providence, Rhode Island is served by 12 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 27 individual chargers — an average of 2.3 chargers per site. Of those locations, 0 (0%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 12 (100%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in East Providence is ChargePoint Network with 11 locations, followed by Non-Networked with 1. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 0 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 East Providence and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in East Providence

East Providence, Rhode Island presents a unique opportunity for EV charging infrastructure development, as the city's public charging landscape is entirely comprised of Level 2 stations, with no DC fast charging options available. This absence of fast charging means that local EV drivers seeking quick top-ups must look beyond city limits, highlighting a significant gap in the market. Moreover, the dominance of ChargePoint Network, which operates 92% of the 12 public charging sites, reinforces the importance of a single operator for uptime and reliability. For site developers and operators, this presents a clear strategic opportunity to introduce high-power DC fast charging stations and cater to the unmet demand for rapid charging solutions in East Providence.

East Providence charging by the numbers

Locations
12
Chargers
27
DC Fast locations
0
Level 2 locations
12

DC fast share: 0% of locations. Level 2 share: 100%. Average chargers per site: 2.3. Average DC fast power: 0 kW.

East Providence charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 92% of public locations across 2 networks.
Mix
0% DC fast / 100% Level 2 across 12 locations

Charging networks in East Providence

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

Featured charging locations in East Providence

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

  1. Paul Masse Chevrolet — East Providence, RI, 02914 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  2. RI ENERGY BRADLEYHOSPITAL — East Providence, RI, 02915 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  3. EPSD SOUTH FIELD — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  4. RUMFORD CENTER STATION #1 — East Providence, RI, 02916 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  5. BRADLEYHOSPITAL LOT B #2 — East Providence, RI, 02915 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  6. EPSD NORTH 2 — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  7. EPSD ADMIN BLDG — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. RUMFORD CENTER STATION #2 — East Providence, RI, 02916 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. EPSD STATION1 — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. BRADLEYHOSPITAL LOT B #1 — East Providence, RI, 02915 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. EPSD NORTH 1 — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. EPSD STATION 2 — East Providence, RI, 02914 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)

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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 East Providence specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 0 DC fast and 12 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 East Providence, Rhode Island?
There are 12 public electric vehicle charging locations in East Providence, Rhode Island, with a combined 27 individual chargers. 0 locations offer DC fast charging and 12 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in East Providence?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in East Providence with 11 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 1 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in East Providence?
Level 2 EV chargers in East Providence 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 East Providence?
Most East Providence 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 East Providence?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in East Providence 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 East Providence take to become profitable?
Payback in East Providence 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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