Electricity rates in Bayou Vista, LA
Bayou Vista (4,652 people, St. Mary 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 Bayou Vista
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
| South Louisiana Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 12.66¢ | $160 | 17K | 176 |
Power outages in St. Mary County right now
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Outage history in St. Mary County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,122 | 103 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 35 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,865 (50%) | 4,952 (17.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-12 | 2025-06-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,122 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Patterson 12.3¢
- Berwick 12.3¢
- Morgan City 14.6¢
- Amelia 14.6¢
- Franklin 12.3¢
- Baldwin 14.6¢
- Pierre Part 12.3¢
- Charenton 14.6¢
- Supreme 12.3¢
- Labadieville 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 70380, 70381, 70392
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bayou Vista?
Most homes in Bayou Vista 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 Bayou Vista: Entergy Louisiana (12.34¢), South Louisiana Electric Co-op Association (12.66¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bayou Vista?
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 Bayou Vista, LA?
3 utilities serve Bayou Vista's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Entergy Louisiana, South Louisiana Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bayou Vista?
In 2025, customers in St. Mary County averaged 103 min without power. Outages hit 35 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-16, when 4,952 customers (17.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.