Independence County, Arkansas Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Independence County, Arkansas Electricity Overview
During the most recent 12 months, Independence County experienced a 3.12% drop in CO2 emissions per capita.
Independence County averages 0.73 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 1122nd highest in the country.
Independence County ranks 20th out of 75 counties in the state for total consumption, with its population consuming over 600,000 megawatt hours.
At $141.47, the average monthly residential electric bill in Independence County is 7.91% more than the state average bill and 2.50% higher than the national average.
Over 0.54% of Independence County's electricity production comes from renewable fuel types, putting Independence County at 22nd in the state for renewable electricity generation.
Independence County is the 257th largest generator of megawatt hours per capita out of 3230 counties in the nation, with a population of 37,796 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 5,098,429.99.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
615,662 MWh
Consumption per Capita
16.29 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
5,098,430 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
27,755 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
5,070,675 MWh
Production per Capita
134.89 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
634,115,965 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
16,777.33 kg
Batesville, AR Electricity Overview
Batesville's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.09 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.30% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.20 cents and 18.21% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The city ranks 7th out of 626 cities in the state for renewable energy generation per capita, with 1.25 megawatt hours being produced per person. Producing 1.25 megawatt hours per capita living in the city, Batesville ranks as the 10th highest producing city in Arkansas out of 626 cities.
Emissions in Batesville average 6,784.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 610th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 6,784.89 kilograms per person and 11,117 people in the city, the city emits 75,427,633.6 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 39th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. The city has one electricity producing plant within its borders. For electricity production purposes, Batesville's top fuel is Conventional Hydroelectric, accounting for 13,877 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of generation in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Batesville
Batesville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Batesville, Arkansas
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Entergy Arkansas | BUNDLED | 13.09 | 140.17 | 7,778,613.6 | 1,018,502,570 |
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Southside, AR Electricity Overview
Southside's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.09 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.30% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.20 cents and 18.21% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $140.17 per month. Entergy Arkansas is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Emissions in Southside average 7,347.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 257th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,347.98 kilograms per person and 4,225 people in the city, the city emits 31,045,229.13 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 78th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Southside must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Southside
Southside residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Southside, Arkansas
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Entergy Arkansas | BUNDLED | 13.09 | 140.17 | 7,778,613.6 | 1,018,502,570 |
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Newark, AR Electricity Overview
Newark's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.09 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.30% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.20 cents and 18.21% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $140.17 per month. Entergy Arkansas is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
Emissions in Newark average 7,347.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 257th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,347.98 kilograms per person and 1,321 people in the city, the city emits 9,706,685.84 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 181st worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Newark must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Newark
Newark residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Newark, Arkansas
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Entergy Arkansas | BUNDLED | 13.09 | 140.17 | 7,778,613.6 | 1,018,502,570 |
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Electricity Production in Independence County, Arkansas
Power Plants in Independence County, Arkansas
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Independence Steam Electric StationCWL Jonesboro (8.35%)Conway Electric (2.00%)Entergy Arkansas (20.94%)Osceola, Arkansas Electric Utility (0.50%)Arkansas Electric Cooperative (35.00%)Entergy Power (4.83%)East Texas Electric Cooperative (2.38%)Entergy Mississippi (25.00%)West Memphis Electric Company (1.00%) | Independence County | AR | Coal | 5,070,675 | 5,251,249,773.35 | 1,035.61 | ||
White River Lock and Dam 2White River Hydroelectric (100.00%) | Independence County | AR | Conventional Hydroelectric | 13,878 | ||||
White River Lock and Dam 1White River Hydroelectric (100.00%) | Batesville | AR | Conventional Hydroelectric | 13,877 |
Independence County, Arkansas Details
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a county. Independence County averages 16,777.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 634,115,965.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The primary fuel used in Independence County is Coal, making up 99.27% of the fuel used in the county for electricity generation. Adding Coal totals to Conventional Hydroelectric (0.54%) and Distillate Fuel Oil (0.19%), these three fuel sources make up 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. Independence County has 3 electricity plants, which is 846th highest in the United States.
Providers In Each City in Independence County:
- Batesville, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Cushman, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Magness, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Moorefield, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Newark, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Oil Trough, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Pleasant Plains, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Southside, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
- Sulphur Rock, Arkansas:
- Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
* 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 Independence County, Arkansas?
The largest electricity company in Independence County, Arkansas by megawatt hours sold is Entergy Arkansas.
How many power plants are located in Independence County, Arkansas?
Independence County, Arkansas is home to 3 power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity companies offer service in Independence County, Arkansas?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Entergy Arkansas | 12,740 |
2 | Farmers Electric Newport, Arkansas | 1,211 |
3 | North Arkansas Electric | 637 |
4 | Craighead Electric | 327 |
How many electric companies offer service in Independence County, Arkansas?
Independence County, Arkansas is home to 4 electricity providers operating in the area.