Cost to Run a Evaporative (Swamp) Cooler in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a evaporative (swamp) cooler here costs $13.91 per month.
Per hour
5.7¢
at 100–800 W
Per day
$0.46
8 hours/day
Per month
$13.91
97 kWh
Per year
$167
1,168 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.96 | $83.51 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $13.91 | $167 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $27.82 | $334 |
Arkansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a evaporative (swamp) cooler with typical usage costs about $0.46 per day, $13.91 per month, or $167 per year.
Is running a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $13.91 per month here versus $17.80 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.