Electric Rates & Providers in Independence County, AR

Independence County, Arkansas Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Independence County, Arkansas Electricity Overview

Independence County experienced a 1.08% decline in CO2 emissions per capita during the past 12 months.

Independence County produces 0.59% of its electricity from renewable fuel sources, or 0.76 megawatt hours per citizen each year.

Independence County is the 1265th largest county by population in the US, with 37,796 citizens residing within the county's borders.

Citizens of Independence County use enough electricity to release 16,865.68 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per capita, compared to the statewide average of 7,246.87.

Independence County produces 28,557 megawatt hours of electricity from renewable fuel types. This ranks Independence County 1288th largest producing county out of 3230 counties in the nation for total sustainable electricity generation.

126.13 megawatt hours of electricity per person are generated using coal in Independence County. They rank 55th out of 3230 counties in the nation.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    611,278 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.17 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    4,807,333 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    28,557 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    4,778,776 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    127.19 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    637,455,303 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    16,865.68 kg

Batesville, AR Electricity Overview

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Batesville's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.00 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.26% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.23 cents and 18.83% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The city generates 14,278 megawatt hours from its power generating plants, which is the 10th largest total production for a city in the state. With an estimated 193 total residential customers, Entergy Arkansas is the largest supplier in the city.

Emissions in Batesville average 6,785.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 611th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 6,785.63 kilograms per person and 11,117 people in the city, the city emits 75,435,855.37 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 14,278 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:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.140/kWh$0.087/kWh$201.92/mo.$72.07/mo.
271st13.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Batesville
180th$137.24Average 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 ArkansasBUNDLED12.89137.177,727,795.65996,077,507

Southside, AR Electricity Overview

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Southside's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.00 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.26% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.23 cents and 18.83% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $137.24 per month. Entergy Arkansas is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emissions in Southside average 7,370.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 117th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,370.98 kilograms per person and 4,225 people in the city, the city emits 31,142,373.14 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:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.140/kWh$0.087/kWh$201.92/mo.$72.07/mo.
271st13.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Southside
180th$137.24Average 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 ArkansasBUNDLED12.89137.177,727,795.65996,077,507

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Newark, AR Electricity Overview

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Newark's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 13.00 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.26% higher than the average Arkansas rate of 12.23 cents and 18.83% lower than the national average of 16.01 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $137.24 per month. Entergy Arkansas is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emissions in Newark average 7,370.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 9th highest polluting city out of 626 cities in Arkansas based on emissions per capita. At 7,370.98 kilograms per person and 1,321 people in the city, the city emits 9,737,059.15 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:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.140/kWh$0.087/kWh$201.92/mo.$72.07/mo.
271st13.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Newark
180th$137.24Average 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 ArkansasBUNDLED12.89137.177,727,795.65996,077,507

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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 4,743,2504,958,769,095.691,045.44
White River Lock and Dam 2White River Hydroelectric (100.00%)
Independence County AR Conventional Hydroelectric 14,074
White River Lock and Dam 1White River Hydroelectric (100.00%)
Batesville AR Conventional Hydroelectric 14,073

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 16,865.68 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity use of 637,455,303.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The primary fuel used in Independence County is Coal, making up 99.17% of the fuel used in the county for electricity generation. Adding Coal totals to Conventional Hydroelectric (0.59%) and Distillate Fuel Oil (0.24%), these three fuel sources make up 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. Independence County has 3 electricity plants, which is 840th highest in the United States.

COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
99.17%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
0.59%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.24%

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 5.83%. This includes data from 3 providers, including Entergy Arkansas, North Arkansas Electric, and Craighead Electric. The countrywide average is 2.87%, resulting in Independence County receiving a rank of 2373rd 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 Arkansas12,735
2Farmers Electric Newport, Arkansas1,211
3North Arkansas Electric637
4Craighead Electric327

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

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

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2023-12-06