Electricity rates in Fort Polk South, LA
Fort Polk South (9,038 people, Vernon 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 Fort Polk South
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Beauregard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.58¢ | $174 | 40K | 712 |
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.39¢ | $169 | 207K | 451 |
Power outages in Vernon County right now
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Outage history in Vernon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,279 | 657 |
| Days with outages | 120 | 103 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,423 (29.1%) | 10,441 (26.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-31 | 2025-05-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,279 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Polk North 14.6¢
- New Llano 14.6¢
- Leesville 14.6¢
- Rosepine 14.6¢
- DeRidder 14.6¢
- Merryville 14.6¢
- Oakdale 14.6¢
- Glenmora 14.6¢
- Many 12.3¢
- Oberlin 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 71446, 71459
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Polk South?
Most homes in Fort Polk South 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 Fort Polk South: Beauregard Electric Co-op (13.58¢), Southwestern Electric Power Co. (14.39¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Polk South?
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 Fort Polk South, LA?
3 utilities serve Fort Polk South's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Beauregard Electric Co-op, Southwestern Electric Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Polk South?
In 2025, customers in Vernon County averaged 10 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 103 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-26, when 10,441 customers (26.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.