Electricity rates in Cade, LA
Cade (1,723 people, St. Martin 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 Cade
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
Power outages in St. Martin County right now
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Outage history in St. Martin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,692 | 412 |
| Days with outages | 105 | 112 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,123 (77.6%) | 6,026 (33.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-05-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,692 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Saint Martinville 12.3¢
- Youngsville 14.6¢
- Broussard 14.6¢
- New Iberia 14.6¢
- Milton 12.0¢
- Delcambre 12.0¢
- Lafayette 11.9¢
- Erath 14.6¢
- Breaux Bridge 14.6¢
- Maurice 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 70519
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cade?
Most homes in Cade 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 Cade?
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 Cade, LA?
Southwest Louisiana E M C serves Cade.
How often does the power go out in Cade?
In 2025, customers in St. Martin County averaged 6 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 112 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-21, when 6,026 customers (33.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.