Electricity rates in Bunkie, LA
Bunkie (4,066 people, Avoyelles 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 Bunkie
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
| Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.27¢ | $184 | 8,254 | 2 |
Power outages in Avoyelles County right now
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Outage history in Avoyelles County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 523 | 408 |
| Days with outages | 114 | 114 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,149 (22%) | 4,196 (17.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-29 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (523 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cottonport 14.6¢
- Mansura 12.3¢
- Marksville 12.3¢
- Lecompte 14.6¢
- Pine Prairie 14.6¢
- Ville Platte 14.6¢
- Simmesport 14.6¢
- Woodworth 14.6¢
- Glenmora 14.6¢
- Mamou 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 71322
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bunkie?
Most homes in Bunkie 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 Bunkie: Southwest Louisiana E M C (11.96¢), Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. (15.27¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bunkie?
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 Bunkie, LA?
3 utilities serve Bunkie's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Southwest Louisiana E M C, Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bunkie?
In 2025, customers in Avoyelles County averaged 6 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 114 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 4,196 customers (17.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.