Franklin County, Arkansas Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Franklin County, Arkansas Electricity Overview

Franklin County is 5th in Arkansas out of 75 counties for renewable electricity generation per capita, at 14.57 megawatt hours per person each year.

The average monthly residential electricity bill in Franklin County totals $144. For comparison, the national average bill is $137.45.

Non-renewable fuels are used in the generation of 49.22% of the megawatt hours produced in Franklin County, ranking it 596th in the United States out of 3221 counties for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable sources.

Franklin County is home to over 17,159 residents and generates 168 megawatt hours of electricity from solar sources, or 0.01 megawatt hour per capita. This ranks Franklin County 849th in the nation out of 3221 counties for solar megawatt hours produced per capita.

Franklin County is ranked as the 13th highest producer of electricity in the state out of 75 counties for electricity generation, generating 492,317 megawatt hours.

The largest electricity provider in Franklin County by number of customers is Oklahoma Gas & Electric.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    280,439 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.34 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    492,317 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    249,991 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    242,326 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    28.69 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    65,877,263 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,839.23 kg

Ozark, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Ozark is around 12.69 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.13% more than the average Arkansas price of 11.96 cents and 17.29% less than the national average of 15.34 cents. Production from renewable fuels comes to 70.19 megawatt hours generated per customer in the city, which results in a ranking of 1st in the state out of 626 cities. The city ranks 1st out of 626 cities in Arkansas for total megawatt hours produced from renewable fuel sources with a total of 249,823 megawatt hours generated.

Around 0 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 616th worst polluter in Arkansas out of 626 cities. Total emissions in the city are 0 kilograms, which is the 616th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. Conventional Hydroelectric makes up 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production in Ozark. Ozark has one electricity producing plant within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ozark

Ozark residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.317/kWh$0.074/kWh$457.99/mo.$75.27/mo.
539th12.69¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ozark
604th$145.68Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ozark Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ozark, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Arkansas Valley Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.00154.66759,00298,634,761
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED12.38136.7761,56594,294,945

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Charleston, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Charleston is around 12.69 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.13% more than the average Arkansas price of 11.96 cents and 17.29% less than the national average of 15.34 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $145.68 per month, while the Arkansas average is $133.66. Patrons in Charleston pay a 8.99% higher bill compared to other citizens in Arkansas. Oklahoma Gas & Electric sells an estimated 6,122.89 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other electricity providers.

Around 7,741.92 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 56th worst polluter in Arkansas out of 626 cities. Total emissions in the city are 19,989,630.14 kilograms, which is the 119th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Charleston

Charleston residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.317/kWh$0.074/kWh$457.99/mo.$75.27/mo.
539th12.69¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Charleston
604th$145.68Average residential monthly electricity bill for Charleston Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Charleston, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Arkansas Valley Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.00154.66759,00298,634,761
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED12.38136.7761,56594,294,945

Altus, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Altus is around 12.69 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.13% more than the average Arkansas price of 11.96 cents and 17.29% less than the national average of 15.34 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $145.68 per month, while the Arkansas average is $133.66. Patrons in Altus pay a 8.99% higher bill compared to other citizens in Arkansas. Altus is the 226th largest city in the state, with a population of 898.

Around 7,741.92 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 56th worst polluter in Arkansas out of 626 cities. Total emissions in the city are 6,952,241.62 kilograms, which is the 224th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to no power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Altus

Altus residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.317/kWh$0.074/kWh$457.99/mo.$75.27/mo.
539th12.69¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Altus
604th$145.68Average residential monthly electricity bill for Altus Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Altus, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Arkansas Valley Electric CooperativeBUNDLED13.00154.66759,00298,634,761
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED12.38136.7761,56594,294,945

Electricity Production in Franklin County, Arkansas

Power Plants in Franklin County, Arkansas

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Ozark AR Conventional Hydroelectric 249,823
Franklin County AR Natural Gas 242,326115,649,045.4477.25
Franklin County AR Solar 168

Franklin County, Arkansas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Around 3,839.23 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 2038th worst in the US. This adds up to total emissions of 65,877,263.03 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption, ranking the county the 60th highest for total emissions in the state. Over 50.74% of electricity in Franklin County comes from generation using Conventional Hydroelectric. Taken together with Natural Gas (49.22%) and Solar (0.03%), these three fuel types account for 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. There are 3 electricity plants in Franklin County, which is the 812th highest number of power plants in a county in the country.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
50.74%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
49.22%
SOLAR
Solar
0.03%

Franklin County, Arkansas Net Metering

Of the 3 electricity suppliers in Franklin County, 100.00% of them report that they offer net metering. Arkansas has highly favorable regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar installations.

Energy Loss

Franklin County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 4.19% of their energy lost per year. The national average for energy loss is 2.45% while the Arkansas average is 2.73%, resulting in a rank of 1341st best in the United States and a state rank of 43rd best out of 3221 and 75 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Franklin County:

  • Altus, Arkansas:
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
  • Branch, Arkansas:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Charleston, Arkansas:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Denning, Arkansas:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Ozark, Arkansas:
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
  • Wiederkehr Village, Arkansas:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 50.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Franklin County, Arkansas?

By total megawatt hours sold, Oklahoma Gas & Electric is the largest electricity supplier in Franklin County, Arkansas.

How many electric companies offer service in Franklin County, Arkansas?

Franklin County, Arkansas is home to 3 electricity companies operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Franklin County, Arkansas?

There are 3 active electricity plants located in Franklin County, Arkansas

What electricity companies offer service in Franklin County, Arkansas?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Oklahoma Gas & Electric15,928
2Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative7,174
3Ozark Electric Cooperative6,570

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2022-10-24