Arkansas
vsConnecticut
Side-by-side comparison of electricity costs, generation mix, and renewable energy data.
| Arkansas | Metric | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| 12.84¢/kWh | Residential | 29.38¢/kWh |
| 10.76¢/kWh | Commercial | 23.11¢/kWh |
| 6.71¢/kWh | Industrial | 18.35¢/kWh |
| #5 | Price Rank | #47 |
| 10.2% | Renewable % | 3.1% |
Generation Mix
Arkansas
Connecticut
Frequently Asked Questions
Arkansas has cheaper residential electricity at 12.84¢/kWh. The difference is 16.54¢/kWh between the two states. Arkansas ranks #5 and Connecticut ranks #47 cheapest among all states.
Arkansas gets 10.2% of electricity from renewables, while Connecticut gets 3.1%. Arkansas leads in renewable energy adoption.
Electricity rates from EIA retail sales data. Generation mix from EIA electric power operational data.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2026.
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