Electricity rates in Salem, AR
Salem (2,607 people, Fulton 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 Salem
| 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 Fulton County right now
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Outage history in Fulton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 520 | 425 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,313 (72.8%) | 3,721 (51%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-10-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (520 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bryant 14.0¢
- Benton 14.0¢
- Alexander 14.0¢
- Shannon Hills 14.0¢
- Haskell 14.0¢
- East End 14.0¢
- Landmark 14.0¢
- Little Rock 14.0¢
- Maumelle 14.0¢
- North Little Rock 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 72576
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Salem?
Most homes in Salem 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 Salem: North Arkansas Electric Co-op (14.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Salem?
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 Salem, AR?
2 utilities serve Salem'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 Salem?
In 2025, customers in Fulton County averaged 7 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-01, when 3,721 customers (51%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.