Electricity rates in Charleston, AR
Charleston (2,483 people, Franklin County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. pay about 11.63¢/kWh, 13% less than the Arkansas average.
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Electric companies serving Charleston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.63¢ | $121 | 59K | 217 |
| Arkansas Valley Electric Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.38¢ | $159 | 55K | 322 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 344 | 341 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,033 (19.2%) | 2,062 (19.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-01 | 2025-01-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (344 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 72933
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Charleston?
Most homes in Charleston get power from Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.63¢/kWh including all charges. The Arkansas average is 13.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Charleston: Arkansas Valley Electric Co-op Corp. (14.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Charleston?
About $121 a month, based on 1,037 kWh a month (the average for Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 11.63¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Charleston, AR?
2 utilities serve Charleston's ZIP codes: Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., Arkansas Valley Electric Co-op Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Charleston?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 5 hr 41 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-30, when 2,062 customers (19.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.