Electricity rates in Ardmore, OK
Ardmore (25,176 people, Carter County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. pay about 12.47¢/kWh, 9% less than the Oklahoma average.
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Electric companies serving Ardmore
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.47¢ | $130 | 716K | 237 |
| Red River Valley Rrl Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 12.49¢ | $137 | 16K | — |
| People's Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 16.31¢ | $226 | 15K | 245 |
Power outages in Carter County right now
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Outage history in Carter County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 971 | 403 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,751 (56.2%) | 2,626 (8.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-28 | 2025-11-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (971 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 73401, 73402, 73403
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ardmore?
Most homes in Ardmore get power from Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.47¢/kWh including all charges. The Oklahoma average is 13.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Ardmore: Red River Valley Rrl Electric Association (12.49¢), People's Electric Cooperative (16.31¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ardmore?
About $130 a month, based on 1,046 kWh a month (the average for Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 12.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ardmore, OK?
3 utilities serve Ardmore's ZIP codes: Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., Red River Valley Rrl Electric Association, People's Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ardmore?
In 2025, customers in Carter County averaged 6 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-11, when 2,626 customers (8.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.