Electricity rates in Belle Chasse, LA
Belle Chasse (12,679 people, Plaquemines Parish County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Louisiana pay about 12.34¢/kWh, 5% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Belle Chasse
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
| Entergy New Orleans | Investor-owned utility | 13.47¢ | $141 | 188K | 209 |
Power outages in Plaquemines Parish County right now
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Outage history in Plaquemines Parish County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 724 | 506 |
| Days with outages | 60 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,437 (31.7%) | 6,535 (46.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-19 | 2025-05-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (724 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 70037, 70093
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Belle Chasse?
Most homes in Belle Chasse get power from Entergy Louisiana, where residential customers pay an average of 12.34¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Belle Chasse: Entergy New Orleans (13.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Belle Chasse?
About $152 a month, based on 1,233 kWh a month (the average for Entergy Louisiana customers) at 12.34¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Belle Chasse, LA?
2 utilities serve Belle Chasse's ZIP codes: Entergy Louisiana, Entergy New Orleans. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Belle Chasse?
In 2025, customers in Plaquemines Parish County averaged 8 hr 26 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-25, when 6,535 customers (46.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.