What is the average electricity rate in Jonesboro, Arkansas?

The average residential electricity rate in Jonesboro is approximately 12.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $136 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Jonesboro?

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

Which electric company serves Jonesboro, Arkansas?

Electricity in Jonesboro is distributed by Entergy Arkansas LLC and City Water and Light Plant. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Jonesboro?

Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro electricity rates compare to Arkansas averages?

Jonesboro's electricity rate of 12.67¢/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 Jonesboro?

To start electric service in Jonesboro, contact Entergy Arkansas LLC and City Water and Light Plant. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Jonesboro, Arkansas

Jonesboro is served by Entergy Arkansas LLC and City Water and Light Plant. Utilities covering Craighead County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.67¢/kWh — above the Arkansas state average of 9.80¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $136. Natural gas in Jonesboro is distributed by Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG).

Compared to the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh/kWh, Jonesboro's electricity rate of 12.67¢/kWh is 1.69¢ below the Arkansas average. As Arkansas has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Jonesboro

Entergy Arkansas LLC
City Water and Light Plant
Craighead Electric Coop Corp

Natural Gas Utility in Jonesboro

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG)
CenterPoint Energy Arkansas

Jonesboro vs Arkansas Energy Rates

Metric	Jonesboro	Arkansas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.67¢	14.36¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.58	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$136	$114	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$62	$62	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Jonesboro Residents

As a Arkansas city, Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro, Arkansas

The average residential electricity rate in Jonesboro is approximately 12.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $136 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Jonesboro pay an average of $62 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.
Electricity in Jonesboro is distributed by Entergy Arkansas LLC and City Water and Light Plant. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Jonesboro 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.
Jonesboro's electricity rate of 12.67¢/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 Jonesboro, contact Entergy Arkansas LLC and City Water and Light Plant. 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.