Electricity rates in Abbeville, LA
Abbeville (12,434 people, Vermilion County) is served by Southwest Louisiana E M C. Homes on Southwest Louisiana E M C pay about 11.96¢/kWh, 8% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Abbeville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
Power outages in Vermilion County right now
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Outage history in Vermilion County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 694 | 304 |
| Days with outages | 64 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,972 (39.2%) | 2,924 (11.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-02 | 2025-02-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (694 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 70510, 70511
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Abbeville?
Most homes in Abbeville get power from Southwest Louisiana E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 11.96¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Abbeville?
About $168 a month, based on 1,404 kWh a month (the average for Southwest Louisiana E M C customers) at 11.96¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Abbeville, LA?
Southwest Louisiana E M C serves Abbeville.
How often does the power go out in Abbeville?
In 2025, customers in Vermilion County averaged 5 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-09, when 2,924 customers (11.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.