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 5.44% rise in CO2 emissions per capita.

Independence County generates about 115.49 megawatt hours of electricity from natural gas per person living in the county. This is the 2nd highest average in the state.

Independence County is the 20th largest county in Arkansas, with 37,938 residents .

Entergy Arkansas is the largest supplier in Independence County when calculated by megawatt hours sold.

Independence County consumes around 14.09% of the electricity that their power generating plants generate and they must export or store the remaining electricity.

The average monthly residential electric expense in Independence County is 3.67% lower than the US average monthly residential bill.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    623,488 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.43 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    4,425,087 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    28,766 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    4,396,321 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    116.64 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    642,373,119 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    16,932.18 kg

Batesville, AR Electricity Overview

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Batesville's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 11.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.03% lower than the average Arkansas rate of 11.49 cents and 20.58% less than the national average of 14.46 cents. The city ranks 6th out of 626 cities in the state for renewable energy generation per capita, with 1.29 megawatt hours being produced per person. Producing 1.29 megawatt hours per capita living in the city, Batesville ranks as the 8th highest producing city in Arkansas out of 626 cities.

Emissions in Batesville average 7,225.36 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 621st highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,225.36 kilograms per person and 11,191 people in the city, the city emits 80,858,983.73 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 14,383 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 February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.129/kWh$0.087/kWh$194.04/mo.$72.07/mo.
165th11.48¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Batesville
290th$127.48Average residential monthly electricity bill for Batesville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Batesville, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643

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Southside, AR Electricity Overview

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Southside's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 11.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.03% lower than the average Arkansas rate of 11.49 cents and 20.58% less than the national average of 14.46 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $127.48 per month. The largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Entergy Arkansas.

Emissions in Southside average 7,838.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 8th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,838.35 kilograms per person and 4,279 people in the city, the city emits 33,540,279.64 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 77th 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 February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.129/kWh$0.087/kWh$194.04/mo.$72.07/mo.
165th11.48¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Southside
290th$127.48Average residential monthly electricity bill for Southside Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Southside, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643

Newark, AR Electricity Overview

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Newark's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 11.48 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.03% lower than the average Arkansas rate of 11.49 cents and 20.58% less than the national average of 14.46 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $127.48 per month. The largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Entergy Arkansas.

Emissions in Newark average 7,838.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 33rd highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,838.35 kilograms per person and 1,180 people in the city, the city emits 9,249,247.48 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 183rd 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 February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.129/kWh$0.087/kWh$194.04/mo.$72.07/mo.
165th11.48¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Newark
290th$127.48Average residential monthly electricity bill for Newark Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Newark, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643

Electricity Production in Independence County, Arkansas

Power Plants in Independence County, Arkansas

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Independence County AR Coal 4,396,321.024,559,120,892.151,037.03
White River Lock and Dam 1White River Hydroelectric (100.00%)
Batesville AR Conventional Hydroelectric 14,383
White River Lock and Dam 2White River Hydroelectric (100.00%)
Independence County AR Conventional Hydroelectric 14,383

Independence County, Arkansas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a county. Independence County averages 16,932.18 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 642,373,118.85 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The primary fuel used in Independence County is Coal, making up 99.02% of the fuel used in the county for electricity generation. Adding Coal totals to Conventional Hydroelectric (0.65%) and Distillate Fuel Oil (0.33%), these three fuel sources make up 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. Independence County has 3 electricity plants, which is 740th highest in the United States.

COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
99.02%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
0.65%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.33%

Independence County, Arkansas Net Metering

Out of the 4 companies in Independence County, 4 of them offer net metering to their customers. Arkansas has favorable regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar installations.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for companies in Independence County is 5.37%. This includes data from 3 providers, including Entergy Arkansas, North Arkansas Electric, and Craighead Electric. The countrywide average is 2.76%, resulting in Independence County receiving a rank of 2205th best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

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 RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Entergy Arkansas12,664
2Farmers Electric Newport, Arkansas1,191
3North Arkansas Electric626
4Craighead Electric331

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

Independence County, Arkansas is home to 4 electricity providers operating in the area.

Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2022-10-24