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Electricity Rate in Arkansas (2026): 14.36c/kWh Average

The EIA residential electricity price in Arkansas is 14.36 cents per kWh as of May 2026, 4.08c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The Arkansas commercial rate is 11.90c/kWh and the industrial rate is 6.69c/kWh (EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A).

Residential Rate
14.36¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
-22%
4.08c below
Avg Monthly Bill
$137
1068 kWh
Provider Choice
No
Regulated monopoly

Arkansas Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

Arkansas electricity averages 14.36 cents per kWh for residential customers as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 4.08c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The average monthly bill for Arkansas households is $137 based on typical usage of 1068 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 52%, nuclear 15%, coal 15%, hydro 18%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: Arkansas rates rose 8.9% year-over-year as of May 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 6.2% over the same period.

Regulated: You Cannot Switch Electricity Suppliers

Entergy Arkansas operates as the regulated utility in Arkansas. Retail electricity choice is not available for residential customers. Options for reducing your bill include: time-of-use rate optimization, energy efficiency upgrades, and rooftop solar.

Your Arkansas Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (1068 kWh x 14.36c)$153.36
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$163.36
Arkansas Rate by Sector - May 2026
Residential (US 18.44c)14.36c
Commercial (US 13.54c)11.90c
Industrial (US 8.71c)6.69c
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A.
Dominant Utility
Entergy Arkansas
Adjacent States
Texas16.44c
Louisiana14.15c
Mississippi16.16c
Tennessee14.47c
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Arkansas Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in Arkansas in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in Arkansas is 14.36 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 4.08c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh (-22%). The average monthly electricity bill in Arkansas is approximately $137 based on 1068 kWh typical monthly usage.
What is the commercial electricity rate in Arkansas?+
The average commercial electricity rate in Arkansas is 11.90 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A). That compares with the US commercial average of 13.54c/kWh. Commercial rates apply to businesses, offices, schools, and retail. They are usually lower per kWh than residential rates, but a commercial bill can still be much larger because of higher volume and demand charges.
What is the industrial electricity rate in Arkansas?+
The average industrial electricity rate in Arkansas is 6.69 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A), versus a US industrial average of 8.71c/kWh. Industrial customers such as factories, manufacturers, and large facilities pay the lowest per-kWh price of the three EIA sectors because they buy power at high volume, often at higher voltage, under demand-based rate structures.
Can I switch electricity providers in Arkansas?+
No - Arkansas operates a regulated electricity market. Entergy Arkansas serves as the regulated monopoly utility. Customers cannot switch electricity generation suppliers. Options for reducing bills include time-of-use rate optimization (where available), energy efficiency upgrades, and solar installation.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in Arkansas?+
The average Arkansas household uses approximately 1068 kWh per month. At 14.36c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $137. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Arkansas, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in Arkansas?+
Arkansas's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 52%, nuclear 15%, coal 15%, hydro 18%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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