Electricity rates in Camden, AR
Camden (11,347 people, Ouachita County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Arkansas pay about 13.98¢/kWh, 4% more than the Arkansas average.
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Electric companies serving Camden
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas | Investor-owned utility | 13.98¢ | $152 | 612K | 518 |
| Ouachita Electric Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.09¢ | $145 | 8,392 | — |
Power outages in Ouachita County right now
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Outage history in Ouachita County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 244 | 402 |
| Days with outages | 42 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,319 (9.9%) | 1,266 (9.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-07-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (244 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 71701, 71711
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Camden?
Most homes in Camden get power from Entergy Arkansas, where residential customers pay an average of 13.98¢/kWh including all charges. The Arkansas average is 13.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Camden: Ouachita Electric Co-op Corp. (14.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Camden?
About $152 a month, based on 1,085 kWh a month (the average for Entergy Arkansas customers) at 13.98¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Camden, AR?
2 utilities serve Camden's ZIP codes: Entergy Arkansas, Ouachita Electric Co-op Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Camden?
In 2025, customers in Ouachita County averaged 6 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-31, when 1,266 customers (9.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.