Electricity rates in West Memphis, AR
West Memphis (25,052 people, Crittenden 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 West Memphis
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Arkansas | Investor-owned utility | 13.98¢ | $152 | 612K | 518 |
| City of West Memphis | Municipal utility | 8.82¢ | $101 | 10K | — |
Power outages in Crittenden County right now
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Outage history in Crittenden County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 134 | 262 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,838 (7.2%) | 1,720 (6.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-08 | 2025-04-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (134 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Marion 14.0¢
- Earle 14.0¢
- Hughes 14.0¢
- Parkin 14.0¢
- Marked Tree 14.0¢
- Lepanto 14.0¢
- Wynne 14.0¢
- Forrest City 14.0¢
- Osceola 14.0¢
- Trumann 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 72301, 72303
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Memphis?
Most homes in West Memphis 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 West Memphis: City of West Memphis (8.82¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Memphis?
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 West Memphis, AR?
2 utilities serve West Memphis's ZIP codes: Entergy Arkansas, City of West Memphis. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Memphis?
In 2025, customers in Crittenden County averaged 4 hr 22 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-05, when 1,720 customers (6.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.