ZIP code 02801 is located in Rhode Island. The average residential electricity rate here is 20.4¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 02801 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 02801?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (The Narragansett Electric Co) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 02801 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 02801 averages 20.4¢/kWh, about 24% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 29% below the Rhode Island state average of 28.6¢/kWh. Natural gas in Rhode Island averages $21.66/Mcf, about 49% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 02801?
Electricity in ZIP code 02801 costs about 24% more than the national average. Compared to Rhode Island overall, rates here are about 29% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.