Electricity rates in Cottonport, LA
Cottonport (1,953 people, Avoyelles 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 Cottonport
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
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
- Mansura 12.3¢
- Bunkie 14.6¢
- Marksville 12.3¢
- Simmesport 14.6¢
- Lecompte 14.6¢
- Ville Platte 14.6¢
- Batchelor 14.6¢
- Pine Prairie 14.6¢
- Deville 12.3¢
- Melville 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 71327
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cottonport?
Most homes in Cottonport 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 Cottonport?
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 Cottonport, LA?
Cleco Power serves Cottonport.
How often does the power go out in Cottonport?
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.