Franklin County, AR: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Franklin County, Arkansas Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Franklin County, Arkansas Electricity Overview

Franklin County is the 757th largest producer of electricity out of 3230 counties in the United States, producing 773,955 megawatt hours.

Franklin County consumes only 35.86% of the electricity produced in the county, meaning they can store or export the remaining 64.14%.

Franklin County is 423rd in the United States out of 3230 counties for renewable electricity generation per capita, at 17.27 megawatt hours per person each year.

Releasing 79,108,839.53 kilograms of CO2 gases, Franklin County has the 52nd highest pollution level from electricity consumption of any county in Arkansas.

Franklin County has seen year over year increase of 5786.31% in electricity production from solar power.

While many counties work to decrease non-renewable fuel sources, Franklin County's non-renewable fuel use in their power plants has increased by 97.08% throughout the previous year.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    277,514 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.17 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    773,955 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    296,373 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    477,582 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    45.1 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    79,108,840 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,610.34 kg

Ozark, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Ozark is around 12.11 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, luckily, 24.41% lower than the average national electricity rate of 16.01 cents. The city ranks 1st in the state out of 626 cities for renewable energy generation per capita, with 80.5 megawatt hours being produced per citizen. There is 397.71% more electricity generated than consumed in Ozark, leading to potential exportation of the excess.

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.
63rd12.11¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ozark
128th$129.86Average 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 CooperativeBUNDLED12.70143.86728,411.6992,526,725
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED11.53120.23721,687.0383,245,722

Charleston, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Charleston is around 12.11 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, luckily, 24.41% lower than the average national electricity rate of 16.01 cents. With an estimated 162 residential customers, Oklahoma Gas & Electric is the largest supplier in the city. Consumers in Charleston experience 1.03 electrical outages per year with outages lasting on average 149.64 minutes.

Around 7,370.98 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 117th worst polluter in Arkansas out of 626 cities. Total emissions in the city are 19,031,859.75 kilograms, which is the 118th 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.
63rd12.11¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Charleston
128th$129.86Average 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 CooperativeBUNDLED12.70143.86728,411.6992,526,725
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED11.53120.23721,687.0383,245,722

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Altus, AR Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for citizens of Altus is around 12.11 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, luckily, 24.41% lower than the average national electricity rate of 16.01 cents. Altus is home to 898 residents, which is the 226th most populated city in the state. Consumers in the city have 1.03 electrical outages per year, with outages lasting about 149.64 minutes on average. The national averages for outages and duration are 1.27 outages at 137.24 minutes each.

Around 7,370.98 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 428th worst polluter in Arkansas out of 626 cities. Total emissions in the city are 6,619,136.35 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.
63rd12.11¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Altus
128th$129.86Average 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 CooperativeBUNDLED12.70143.86728,411.6992,526,725
Oklahoma Gas & ElectricBUNDLED11.53120.23721,687.0383,245,722

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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
Franklin County AR Natural Gas 477,582220,625,708.52461.96
Ozark AR Conventional Hydroelectric 286,484
Franklin County AR Solar 9,889

Franklin County, Arkansas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Around 4,610.34 kilograms of CO2 pollution per resident are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 1488th worst in the US. This adds up to total emissions of 79,108,839.53 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption, ranking the county the 52nd highest for total emissions in the state. Over 61.71% of electricity in Franklin County comes from generation using Natural Gas. Taken together with Conventional Hydroelectric (37.02%) and Solar (1.28%), 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 840th highest number of power plants in a county in the country.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
61.71%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
37.02%
SOLAR
Solar
1.28%

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 5.14% of their energy lost per year. The national average for energy loss is 2.87% while the Arkansas average is 3.68%, resulting in a rank of 1980th best in the United States and a state rank of 38th best out of 3230 and 75 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Franklin County:

  • Altus, Arkansas:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 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:
    • Oklahoma Gas & Electric: 50.00%
    • Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative: 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 & Electric15,994
2Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative7,230
3Ozark Electric Cooperative6,743

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2024-03-21