Electricity rates in Melbourne, AR
Melbourne (1,779 people, Izard 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 Melbourne
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas | Investor-owned utility | 13.98¢ | $152 | 612K | 518 |
| North Arkansas Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.83¢ | $150 | 37K | 740 |
Power outages in Izard County right now
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Outage history in Izard County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 331 | 1,135 |
| Days with outages | 63 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,224 (25.9%) | 4,247 (49.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-20 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (331 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Calico Rock 14.0¢
- Horseshoe Bend 14.0¢
- Mountain View 14.0¢
- Ash Flat 14.0¢
- Cave City 14.0¢
- Batesville 14.0¢
- Highland 14.0¢
- Cherokee Village 14.0¢
- Southside 14.0¢
- Mountain Home 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 72556
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Melbourne?
Most homes in Melbourne 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 Melbourne: North Arkansas Electric Co-op (14.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Melbourne?
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 Melbourne, AR?
2 utilities serve Melbourne's ZIP codes: Entergy Arkansas, North Arkansas Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Melbourne?
In 2025, customers in Izard County averaged 18 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 4,247 customers (49.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.