Electricity rates in Mineral Springs, AR
Mineral Springs (1,161 people, Howard County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Electric Power Co. pay about 14.10¢/kWh, 5% more than the Arkansas average.
What things cost to run in Mineral Springs
Popular — tap to add, then add more to compare:
Add as many devices as you like to compare them side by side. Search again to add another, or use Duplicate to compare two settings.
Electric companies serving Mineral Springs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.10¢ | $126 | 110K | 428 |
| Southwest Arkansas E C C | Electric cooperative | 14.57¢ | $184 | 25K | 466 |
Power outages in Howard County right now
Checking live outages…
Outage history in Howard County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 567 | 943 |
| Days with outages | 52 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,999 (49.3%) | 4,411 (72.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-24 | 2025-04-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (567 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 71851
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mineral Springs?
Most homes in Mineral Springs get power from Southwestern Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.10¢/kWh including all charges. The Arkansas average is 13.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Mineral Springs: Southwest Arkansas E C C (14.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mineral Springs?
About $125 a month, based on 890 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Electric Power Co. customers) at 14.10¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Mineral Springs, AR?
2 utilities serve Mineral Springs's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Southwest Arkansas E C C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mineral Springs?
In 2025, customers in Howard County averaged 15 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-30, when 4,411 customers (72.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.