What is the average electricity rate in Bentonville, Arkansas?

The average residential electricity rate in Bentonville is approximately 12.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $119 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Bentonville?

Natural gas customers in Bentonville pay an average of $62 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Bentonville, Arkansas?

Electricity in Bentonville is distributed by Southwestern Electric Power Co and Carroll Electric Coop Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Bentonville?

Bentonville natural gas service is provided by Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) and CenterPoint Energy Arkansas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Bentonville electricity rates compare to Arkansas averages?

Bentonville's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is below the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Bentonville?

To start electric service in Bentonville, contact Southwestern Electric Power Co and Carroll Electric Coop Corp. For gas service, contact Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) and CenterPoint Energy Arkansas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Bentonville, Arkansas Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Bentonville, Arkansas

Bentonville is served by Southwestern Electric Power Co and Carroll Electric Coop Corp. Utilities covering Benton County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh — above the Arkansas state average of 9.80¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $119. Natural gas in Bentonville is distributed by Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG).

Compared to the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh/kWh, Bentonville's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is 2.35¢ below the Arkansas average. As Arkansas has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Bentonville

Southwestern Electric Power Co
Carroll Electric Coop Corp
Ozarks Electric Coop Corp

Natural Gas Utility in Bentonville

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG)
CenterPoint Energy Arkansas

Bentonville vs Arkansas Energy Rates

Metric	Bentonville	Arkansas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.01¢	14.36¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.58	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$119	$114	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$62	$62	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Bentonville Residents

As a Arkansas city, Bentonville residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Arkansas LIHEAP
✅ Arkansas Energy Assistance Program
✅ Low Income Crisis Intervention Program
✅ Weatherization Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Bentonville Residents

✓ Run your AC on a "dry" mode or use a standalone dehumidifier — moisture makes heat feel worse.
✓ Clean or replace AC filters monthly during summer to maintain airflow and efficiency.
✓ Consider a mini-split heat pump — it's highly efficient for both cooling and mild-winter heating.
✓ Install Energy Star certified windows to reduce solar heat gain.
✓ Use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to remove humidity at the source.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Bentonville, Arkansas

The average residential electricity rate in Bentonville is approximately 12.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $119 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Bentonville pay an average of $62 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.
Electricity in Bentonville is distributed by Southwestern Electric Power Co and Carroll Electric Coop Corp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Bentonville natural gas service is provided by Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) and CenterPoint Energy Arkansas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Bentonville's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is below the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Bentonville, contact Southwestern Electric Power Co and Carroll Electric Coop Corp. For gas service, contact Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) and CenterPoint Energy Arkansas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.