Residential electricity prices in 02879 in July 2026 averaged approximately 28.29 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 55% more than the national average rate of 18.31 ¢/kWh (July 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 02879 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from June 2025 to June 2026 - residential electricity prices in 02879 increased approximately 9%, from 26.84 ¢/kWh to 29.23 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in 02879 in July 2026 averaged 17.33 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 34% less than the national average rate of 26.45 $/Mcf (July 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Wakefield natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 02879 (Wakefield, RI) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Wakefield (Rhode Island) increased approximately 6%, from 24.33 $/Mcf (June 2025) to 25.75 $/Mcf (June 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Wakefield solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Wakefield levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The ZIP code 02879 is associated with the city of Wakefield, RI in Washington County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 02879, or for other information related to utilities in Rhode Island, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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