Install EV Chargers in Providence, Rhode Island

Install EV chargers or analyze a site in Providence, Rhode Island. 89 existing public charging locations (6 DC fast, 83 Level 2). Free 0–100 profitability score on any Providence address from EV Data Map by Charge Rigs.

Providence, Rhode Island is served by 89 public electric vehicle charging locations operating 211 individual chargers — an average of 2.4 chargers per site. Of those locations, 6 (7%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 83 (93%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Providence is ChargePoint Network with 78 locations, followed by FLASH with 3. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 210 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 Providence and receive an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration.

What to know about charging in Providence

In Providence, Rhode Island, the charging landscape is heavily shaped by the dominance of ChargePoint Network, which operates 88% of the city's 89 public charging sites. This concentration offers an opportunity for new entrants to differentiate themselves by providing higher uptime and reliability, especially in a market where half of the DC fast charging locations are 150 kW-class or greater. With average fast charging power at 207 kW, and the fastest stall reaching 350 kW, the city boasts an impressive standard for rapid charging stations. Additionally, the relatively low 7% share of DC fast locations versus Level 2 options highlights a potential market gap for more ultra-fast charging solutions, creating avenues for developers aiming to enhance the local EV infrastructure.

Providence charging by the numbers

Locations
89
Chargers
211
DC Fast locations
6
Level 2 locations
83

DC fast share: 7% of locations. Level 2 share: 93%. Average chargers per site: 2.4. Average DC fast power: 210 kW.

Providence charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 88% of public locations across 8 networks.
Average DC fast power
210 kW (fastest stall: 350 kW)
High-power share
50% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
7% DC fast / 93% Level 2 across 89 locations
Estimated DC ports
19 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Providence

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

Featured charging locations in Providence

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

  1. Walmart 3301 (Providence, RI) — Providence, RI, 02904 (Electrify America · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  2. North Providence Marketplace — Providence, RI, 02904 (eVgo Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  3. Neon Marketplace - Tesla Supercharger — Providence, RI, 02903 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  4. IRVINGOIL RI-PROV-L3-0002 — Providence, RI, 02908 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 125 kW)
  5. IRVINGOIL RI-PROV-L3-0001 — Providence, RI, 02908 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 125 kW)
  6. GOOD FUND DC FAST CHARGE — Providence, RI, 02908 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 62.5 kW)
  7. Save The Bay — Providence, RI, 02905 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 16.6 kW)
  8. Center Place Providence — Providence, RI, 02903 (RED_E · Level 2 · 9.6 kW)
  9. Burger King - 45 Pleasant Valley Pkwy — Providence, RI, 02908 (Blink Network · Level 2 · 8.6 kW)
  10. Premier Land Development — Providence, RI, 02904 (AMPUP · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  11. Amica Mutual Pavilion/RICC South Parking Garage — Providence, RI, 02903 (FLASH · Level 2 · 6.7 kW)
  12. Amica Mutual Pavilion/RICC North Parking Garage — Providence, RI, 02903 (FLASH · Level 2 · 6.7 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 Providence specifically, our model accounts for local commute corridors, nearby interstate and US-highway traffic, the existing footprint of 6 DC fast and 83 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 Providence, Rhode Island?
There are 89 public electric vehicle charging locations in Providence, Rhode Island, with a combined 211 individual chargers. 6 locations offer DC fast charging and 83 provide Level 2 charging.
What is the largest EV charging network in Providence?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Providence with 78 sites, followed by FLASH with 3 sites.
How much does it cost to install an EV charger in Providence?
Level 2 EV chargers in 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 Providence?
Most 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 Providence?
A typical commercial Level 2 installation in 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 Providence take to become profitable?
Payback in 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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