Electricity rates in Waldo, AR
Waldo (1,301 people, Columbia County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Arkansas pay about 13.98¢/kWh, 4% more than the Arkansas average.
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Electric companies serving Waldo
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas | Investor-owned utility | 13.98¢ | $152 | 612K | 518 |
| Southwest Arkansas E C C | Electric cooperative | 14.57¢ | $184 | 25K | 466 |
| South Central Ark El Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.79¢ | $165 | 9,447 | — |
Power outages in Columbia County right now
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Outage history in Columbia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 548 | 981 |
| Days with outages | 84 | 98 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,323 (29%) | 4,002 (34.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-16 | 2025-01-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (548 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 71770
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waldo?
Most homes in Waldo 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 Waldo: Southwest Arkansas E C C (14.57¢), South Central Ark El Co-op (16.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Waldo?
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 Waldo, AR?
3 utilities serve Waldo's ZIP codes: Entergy Arkansas, Southwest Arkansas E C C, South Central Ark El Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Waldo?
In 2025, customers in Columbia County averaged 16 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 98 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-10, when 4,002 customers (34.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.