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Electricity Rate in Louisiana (2026): 14.15c/kWh Average

The EIA residential electricity price in Louisiana is 14.15 cents per kWh as of May 2026, 4.29c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The Louisiana commercial rate is 11.98c/kWh and the industrial rate is 6.88c/kWh (EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A).

Residential Rate
14.15¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
-23%
4.29c below
Avg Monthly Bill
$154
1223 kWh
Provider Choice
No
Regulated monopoly

Louisiana Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

Louisiana electricity averages 14.15 cents per kWh for residential customers as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 4.29c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The average monthly bill for Louisiana households is $154 based on typical usage of 1223 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 70%, nuclear 15%, petroleum 10%, renewables 5%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: Louisiana rates rose 6.7% year-over-year as of May 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 6.2% over the same period.

Regulated: You Cannot Switch Electricity Suppliers

Entergy Louisiana / CLECO operates as the regulated utility in Louisiana. Retail electricity choice is not available for residential customers. Options for reducing your bill include: time-of-use rate optimization, energy efficiency upgrades, and rooftop solar.

Your Louisiana Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (1223 kWh x 14.15c)$173.05
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$183.05
Louisiana Rate by Sector - May 2026
Residential (US 18.44c)14.15c
Commercial (US 13.54c)11.98c
Industrial (US 8.71c)6.88c
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A.
Dominant Utility
Entergy Louisiana / CLECO
Adjacent States
Texas16.44c
Arkansas14.36c
Mississippi16.16c
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Louisiana Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in Louisiana in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in Louisiana is 14.15 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 4.29c below the US average of 18.44c/kWh (-23%). The average monthly electricity bill in Louisiana is approximately $154 based on 1223 kWh typical monthly usage.
What is the commercial electricity rate in Louisiana?+
The average commercial electricity rate in Louisiana is 11.98 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A). That compares with the US commercial average of 13.54c/kWh. Commercial rates apply to businesses, offices, schools, and retail. They are usually lower per kWh than residential rates, but a commercial bill can still be much larger because of higher volume and demand charges.
What is the industrial electricity rate in Louisiana?+
The average industrial electricity rate in Louisiana is 6.88 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A), versus a US industrial average of 8.71c/kWh. Industrial customers such as factories, manufacturers, and large facilities pay the lowest per-kWh price of the three EIA sectors because they buy power at high volume, often at higher voltage, under demand-based rate structures.
Can I switch electricity providers in Louisiana?+
No - Louisiana operates a regulated electricity market. Entergy Louisiana / CLECO serves as the regulated monopoly utility. Customers cannot switch electricity generation suppliers. Options for reducing bills include time-of-use rate optimization (where available), energy efficiency upgrades, and solar installation.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in Louisiana?+
The average Louisiana household uses approximately 1223 kWh per month. At 14.15c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $154. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Louisiana, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in Louisiana?+
Louisiana's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 70%, nuclear 15%, petroleum 10%, renewables 5%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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