What is the average electricity rate in Mount Vernon, Arkansas?

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Vernon is approximately 13.93¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $111 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Mount Vernon?

Natural gas customers in Mount Vernon pay an average of $63 per month. The rate is approximately $1.61/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Mount Vernon, Arkansas?

Electricity in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?

Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon electricity rates compare to Arkansas averages?

Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.93¢/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 Mount Vernon?

To start electric service in Mount Vernon, 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.

Mount Vernon, Arkansas Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Mount Vernon, Arkansas

Mount Vernon residents in Arkansas receive electric service through Entergy Arkansas and natural gas distribution from Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG). Arkansas's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Mount Vernon households.

Compared to the Arkansas state average of 14.36¢/kWh/kWh, Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.93¢/kWh is 0.43¢ below the Arkansas average. As Arkansas has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Mount Vernon

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

Natural Gas Utility in Mount Vernon

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

Mount Vernon vs Arkansas Energy Rates

Metric	Mount Vernon	Arkansas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.93¢	14.36¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.61	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$111	$114	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$63	$62	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mount Vernon Residents

As a Arkansas city, Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon, Arkansas

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Vernon is approximately 13.93¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $111 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mount Vernon pay an average of $63 per month. The rate is approximately $1.61/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mount Vernon 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.
Mount Vernon 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.
Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.93¢/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 Mount Vernon, 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.