Install EV Chargers in Newport, Rhode Island

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Newport, Rhode Island. 17 existing public charging locations (1 DC fast, 16 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Newport address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Newport, Rhode Island is served by 17 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 36 individual chargers — an average of 2.1 chargers per site. Of those locations, 1 (6%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 16 (94%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Newport is ChargePoint Network with 12 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 Newport and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Newport

Newport, Rhode Island, features a concentrated EV charging landscape where ChargePoint Network operates the majority—71%—of the 17 public locations, enhancing reliability for users. With 6% of these sites providing DC fast charging at an impressive average power of 180 kW, all fast stations sit within the 150 kW-class or higher category, positioning them as competitive options for rapid charging. This high-power offering means that new entrants utilizing 150-350 kW hardware could attract attention from drivers in navigation apps seeking efficient charging solutions. The remaining Level 2 chargers cater to longer-dwell needs, highlighting a unique balance in Newport's EV infrastructure that site developers should take into account when planning new installations.

Newport charging by the numbers

Locations
17
Chargers
36
DC Fast locations
1
Level 2 locations
16

DC fast share: 6% of locations. Level 2 share: 94%. Average chargers per site: 2.1. Average DC fast power: 180 kW.

Newport charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 71% 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
6% DC fast / 94% Level 2 across 17 locations
Estimated DC ports
4 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Newport

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

Featured charging locations in Newport

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

  1. 138 Connell Hwy — Newport, RI, 02840 (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  2. Newport Marriott — Newport, RI, 02840 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  3. Gurney's Resort, Newport - Tesla Destination — Newport, RI, 02840 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  4. The Brenton Hotel — Newport, RI, 02840 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  5. The Vanderbilt Grace Hotel - Tesla Destination — Newport, RI, 02840 (Tesla Destination · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  6. GATEWAY CENTER NEWPORT ST3 — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  7. WAYFINDER HOTEL STATION #2 — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  8. SRU 1 SRU LEROY EAST1 — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  9. GATEWAY CENTER NEWPORT ST1 — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  10. SRU 1 SRU LEROY EAST2 — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  11. RI ENERGY VIKING HOTEL — Newport, RI, 02840 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 6.5 kW)
  12. RI ENERGY PAOLINO-NEWPORT — Newport, RI, 02840 (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 Newport specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 1 DC fast and 16 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 Newport, Rhode Island?
There are 17 public electric vehicle charging locations in Newport, Rhode Island, with a combined 36 individual chargers. 1 locations offer DC fast charging and 16 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Newport?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Newport with 12 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 2 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Newport?
Level 2 EV chargers in Newport 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 Newport?
Most Newport 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 Newport?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in Newport 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 Newport take to become profitable?
Payback in Newport 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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