Saline County, Arkansas Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Saline County, Arkansas Electricity Overview

Saline County produces 1,485 megawatt hours from solar energy, making it 10th out of 75 counties in the state for total megawatt hours generated by solar power sources.

Saline County is home to 123,416 residents and its power generation plants generate 1,485 megawatt hours of electricity a year, for a production per capita average of 0.01 megawatt hours per capita.

Saline County produces 0.01 megawatt hours per capita a year from solar energy sources, giving the county a rank of 9th out of 75 counties in the state.

The largest electricity provider in Saline County by number of customers is Benton, Arkansas Electric Utility.

Saline County is ranked 52nd out of 75 for worst polluting county in the state when considering emissions per capita.

With total generation of 1,485 megawatt hours, Saline County is ranked 1901st highest generator of electricity in the country out of 3221 counties for total generation.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,028,267 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.43 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    1,485 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    1,485 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.01 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    966,668,959 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    7,832.61 kg

Benton, AR Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 11.14 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Benton, which is 3.01% lower than the average state price of 11.49 cents and 22.95% below the national average of 14.46 cents. Customers in the city have an average monthly residential electric bill of $120.12. This is 7.49% lower than the national average bill of $129.86. With an estimated 13,130 residential customers, Benton, Arkansas Electric Utility is the largest supplier in the city.

The inhabitants of Benton have to get their power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating facilities within the city. The city's electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 274,451,823.12 kilograms, which is 12th highest amount in the state out of 626 cities. Averaging 7,838.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 33rd highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Benton

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.131/kWh$0.089/kWh$194.05/mo.$77.20/mo.
68th11.14¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Benton
89th$120.12Average residential monthly electricity bill for Benton Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Benton, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Benton, Arkansas Electric UtilityBUNDLED10.29101.55146,75015,094,300
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643
First Electric CoopBUNDLED12.57151.71,329,943167,199,118

Zips with electric coverage in Benton, Arkansas include: 72015, 72019, 72002, 72022, 72011

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Bryant, AR Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 11.82 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Bryant, which is 2.86% higher than the average state price of 11.49 cents and 18.29% below the national average of 14.46 cents. Customers in the city have an average monthly residential electric bill of $134.05. This is 3.23% higher than the national average bill of $129.86. With an estimated 333 residential customers, Entergy Arkansas is the largest supplier in the city.

The inhabitants of Bryant have to get their power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating facilities within the city. The city's electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 161,963,729.4 kilograms, which is 23rd highest amount in the state out of 626 cities. Averaging 7,838.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 33rd highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Bryant

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.132/kWh$0.091/kWh$194.09/mo.$81.57/mo.
462nd11.82¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Bryant
569th$134.05Average residential monthly electricity bill for Bryant Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Bryant, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Empire District ElectricBUNDLED12.70121.0350,6856,435,424
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643
First Electric CoopBUNDLED12.57151.71,329,943167,199,118

Zips with electric coverage in Bryant, Arkansas include: 72015, 72019, 72002, 72022, 72011

Hot Springs Village CDP, AR Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 11.85 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Hot Springs Village CDP, which is 3.18% higher than the average state price of 11.49 cents and 18.04% below the national average of 14.46 cents. Customers in the city have an average monthly residential electric bill of $134.31. This is 3.43% higher than the national average bill of $129.86. With an estimated 981 residential customers, Entergy Arkansas is the largest supplier in the city.

The inhabitants of Hot Springs Village CDP have to get their power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating facilities within the city. The city's electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 124,323,995.16 kilograms, which is 28th highest amount in the state out of 626 cities. Averaging 7,838.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 33rd highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hot Springs Village CDP

Hot Springs Village CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.132/kWh$0.092/kWh$194.11/mo.$81.60/mo.
468th11.85¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Hot Springs Village CDP
571st$134.31Average residential monthly electricity bill for Hot Springs Village CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Hot Springs Village CDP, Arkansas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Empire District ElectricBUNDLED12.70121.0350,6856,435,424
Entergy ArkansasBUNDLED11.48127.488,028,691922,011,643
First Electric CoopBUNDLED12.57151.71,329,943167,199,118

Zips with electric coverage in Hot Springs Village CDP, Arkansas include: 71901, 72019, 71909, 72087, 71949

Electricity Production in Saline County, Arkansas

Power Plants in Saline County, Arkansas

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
FECC Solar BentonToday's Power (100.00%)
Saline County AR Solar 1,485

Saline County, Arkansas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Saline County results in the release of 966,668,958.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is 5th largest emissions amount in Arkansas out of 75 counties. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 emissions per resident in the county, which amounts to 7,832.61 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this measurement Saline County is the 715th highest polluting county in the US. Solar makes up 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production in Saline County. Saline County has one electricity producing plant.

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Saline County, Arkansas Net Metering

Out of the 5 providers in Saline County, 4 of them have made it a point to offer net metering to their consumers. At the state level, Arkansas has some of the best net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

There are 4 electricity providers in Saline County that report energy loss. Together, these 4 electricity providers average a yearly energy loss of 5.58% of electricity generated. The United States average energy loss is 2.76%. This earned Saline County a rank of 2306th best in the United States out of 3221 counties.

Providers In Each City in Saline County:

  • Alexander, Arkansas:
    • Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
  • Bauxite, Arkansas:
    • Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
  • Benton, Arkansas:
    • First Electric Coop: 9.33%
    • Entergy Arkansas: 53.60%
    • Benton, Arkansas Electric Utility: 37.07%
  • Bryant, Arkansas:
    • Entergy Arkansas: 69.83%
    • First Electric Coop: 27.79%
    • Empire District Electric: 2.38%
  • Haskell, Arkansas:
    • Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
  • Lonsdale, Arkansas:
    • Entergy Arkansas: 100.00%
  • Shannon Hills, Arkansas:
    • First Electric Coop: 14.91%
    • Entergy Arkansas: 85.09%
  • Traskwood, 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 supplier in Saline County, Arkansas?

By total megawatt hours sold, Entergy Arkansas is the largest electricity supplier in Saline County, Arkansas.

Which electricity companies offer service in Saline County, Arkansas?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Benton, Arkansas Electric Utility14,251
2First Electric Coop13,905
3Entergy Arkansas11,832
4Empire District Electric608
5C & L Electric183

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

Saline County, Arkansas is home to 5 electricity suppliers operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Saline County, Arkansas?

Saline County, Arkansas has one power plant generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2022-10-24