Electricity Rates in Arkansas

Electricity rates in Arkansas have risen 12.3% over the past year, reaching an average of 13.0¢/kWh. The state is served by 28 utilities, with rates ranging from 8.0¢ to 15.0¢/kWh. Here's what you need to know about rates in your area.

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Avg. Residential Rate 13.0¢/kWh
Rate Range 8.0¢ – 15.0¢
Utilities 28
Market Type Regulated

Arkansas Electricity Rate History

Monthly residential electricity rates in Arkansas over the last 24 months, based on EIA data.

2023-12 2025-11 13.8¢ 11.2¢

Top Cities in Arkansas

City Avg. Rate Primary Utility Providers
Little rock 13.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 3
Fort smith 12.0¢/kWh Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co 2
North little roc 13.0¢/kWh City of North Little Rock - (AR) 3
Russellville 13.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 2
Fayetteville 12.0¢/kWh Ozarks Electric Coop Corp - (AR) 2
Cherokee village 13.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 2
Alma 12.0¢/kWh Arkansas Valley Elec Coop Corp 2
Alleene 13.0¢/kWh Southwest Arkansas E C C 1
Alexander 12.0¢/kWh City of Benton - (AR) 3
Altus 13.0¢/kWh Arkansas Valley Elec Coop Corp 3
Amagon 13.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 1
Amity 14.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 2
Antoine 14.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 2
Arkadelphia 14.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 3
Altheimer 13.0¢/kWh C & L Electric Coop Corp 3
Alix 11.0¢/kWh Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co 1
Aubrey 13.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 1
Atkins 14.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 3
Augusta 12.0¢/kWh Entergy Arkansas LLC 2
Alpena 13.0¢/kWh Carroll Electric Coop Corp - (AR) 2

Utilities in Arkansas

Utility Type Avg. Residential Rate ZIP Codes Served
Arkansas Valley Elec Coop Corp Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 80
C & L Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 37
Carroll Electric Coop Corp - (AR) Cooperative 12.0¢/kWh 72
City Water and Light Plant Municipal 7.0¢/kWh 7
City of Benton - (AR) Municipal 10.0¢/kWh 7
City of Bentonville - (AR) Municipal 12.0¢/kWh 6
City of Hope - (AR) Municipal 12.0¢/kWh 4
City of North Little Rock - (AR) Municipal 12.0¢/kWh 15
City of Siloam Springs - (AR) Municipal 12.0¢/kWh 3
City of West Memphis - (AR) Municipal 8.0¢/kWh 5
Clarksville Connected Utilities Municipal 9.0¢/kWh 2
Clay County Electric Coop Corp - (AR) Cooperative 14.0¢/kWh 39
Conway Corporation Municipal 8.0¢/kWh 5
Craighead Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 12.0¢/kWh 57
Empire District Electric Co Investor Owned 15.0¢/kWh 137
Entergy Arkansas LLC Investor Owned 13.0¢/kWh 671
First Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 12.0¢/kWh 103
Mississippi County Electric Co Cooperative 8.0¢/kWh 11
North Arkansas Elec Coop, Inc Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 50
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co Investor Owned 12.0¢/kWh 447
Ouachita Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 22
Ozarks Electric Coop Corp - (AR) Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 46
Paragould Municipal Utilities Municipal 9.0¢/kWh 2
Petit Jean Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 16.0¢/kWh 37
South Central Ark El Coop, Inc Cooperative 15.0¢/kWh 34
Southwest Arkansas E C C Cooperative 13.0¢/kWh 49
Southwestern Electric Power Co Investor Owned 12.0¢/kWh 358
Woodruff Electric Coop Corp Cooperative 11.0¢/kWh 47

How Arkansas Compares

Arkansas 13.0¢/kWh
Louisiana 12.0¢/kWh
Mississippi 13.0¢/kWh
Missouri 13.0¢/kWh
Oklahoma 13.0¢/kWh
Tennessee 13.0¢/kWh
Texas 13.0¢/kWh
National Average 16.1¢/kWh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average electricity rate in Arkansas?

The average residential electricity rate in Arkansas is 13.0¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh) based on 2024 EIA data. Rates range from 8.0¢ to 15.0¢/kWh depending on your utility provider and location within the state.

Who is the cheapest electricity provider in Arkansas?

Electricity rates in Arkansas vary by provider and location. The state has 28 utility companies serving different areas. To find the cheapest rate available to you, enter your ZIP code in our lookup tool above for your specific options.

Is Arkansas a deregulated electricity market?

No, Arkansas has a regulated electricity market. Your electricity provider is determined by your location, and rates are set by the state's public utility commission.

How have electricity rates changed in Arkansas?

Electricity rates in Arkansas have increased 12.3% over the past year. The current average residential rate is 13.0¢/kWh.

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