Electricity rates in Charenton, LA
Charenton (1,903 people, St. Mary County) is served by Cleco Power. Homes on Cleco Power pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 13% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Charenton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
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
- Baldwin 14.6¢
- Franklin 12.3¢
- Jeanerette 12.3¢
- Patterson 12.3¢
- New Iberia 14.6¢
- Pierre Part 12.3¢
- Bayou Vista 14.6¢
- Berwick 12.3¢
- Morgan City 14.6¢
- Saint Martinville 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 70523
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Charenton?
Most homes in Charenton 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Charenton?
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 Charenton, LA?
Cleco Power serves Charenton.
How often does the power go out in Charenton?
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.