Electricity rates in Newark, AR
Newark (1,177 people, Independence County) is served by Entergy Arkansas. Homes on Entergy Arkansas pay about 13.98¢/kWh, 4% more than the Arkansas average.
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Electric companies serving Newark
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas | Investor-owned utility | 13.98¢ | $152 | 612K | 518 |
Power outages in Independence County right now
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Outage history in Independence County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 313 | 332 |
| Days with outages | 70 | 57 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,015 (51.9%) | 2,238 (11.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-25 | 2025-08-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (313 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 72562
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Newark?
Most homes in Newark 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Newark?
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 Newark, AR?
Entergy Arkansas serves Newark.
How often does the power go out in Newark?
In 2025, customers in Independence County averaged 5 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 57 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-02, when 2,238 customers (11.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.