Electricity rates in Alexandria, LA
Alexandria (47,889 people, Rapides County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Cleco Power pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 13% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Alexandria
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| City of Alexandria | Municipal utility | 11.42¢ | $136 | 19K | — |
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
Power outages in Rapides County right now
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Outage history in Rapides County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 423 | 188 |
| Days with outages | 51 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,595 (13.2%) | 10,697 (9.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-19 | 2025-05-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (423 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 71301, 71302, 71303, 71306, 71307, 71309, 71315
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alexandria?
Most homes in Alexandria get power from Cleco Power, where residential customers pay an average of 14.62¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Alexandria: City of Alexandria (11.42¢), Entergy Louisiana (12.34¢).
What is the average electric bill in Alexandria?
About $182 a month, based on 1,245 kWh a month (the average for Cleco Power customers) at 14.62¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alexandria, LA?
3 utilities serve Alexandria's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, City of Alexandria, Entergy Louisiana. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Alexandria?
In 2025, customers in Rapides County averaged 3 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-26, when 10,697 customers (9.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.