What is the average electricity rate in Hope, Arkansas?

The average residential electricity rate in Hope is approximately 14.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hope?

Natural gas customers in Hope pay an average of $61 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Hope, Arkansas?

Electricity in Hope is distributed by Entergy Arkansas and Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO/AEP). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Hope?

Hope 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 Hope electricity rates compare to Arkansas averages?

Hope's electricity rate of 14.36¢/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 Hope?

To start electric service in Hope, contact Entergy Arkansas and Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO/AEP). 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Hope, Arkansas

Hope is a community in Arkansas served by Entergy Arkansas for electric and Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Arkansas's statewide energy market and the region's hot humid summers, cold winters climate.

Compared to the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh/kWh, Hope's electricity rate of 14.36¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the Arkansas average. As Arkansas has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Hope

Entergy Arkansas
Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO/AEP)
Ozarks Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Hope

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG)
CenterPoint Energy Arkansas
Black Hills Energy Arkansas

Hope vs Arkansas Energy Rates

Metric	Hope	Arkansas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.36¢	14.36¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.55	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$114	$114	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$61	$62	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Hope Residents

As a Arkansas city, Hope 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 Hope 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 Hope, Arkansas

The average residential electricity rate in Hope is approximately 14.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hope pay an average of $61 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hope is distributed by Entergy Arkansas and Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO/AEP). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Hope 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.
Hope's electricity rate of 14.36¢/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 Hope, contact Entergy Arkansas and Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO/AEP). 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.