Electricity rates in Franklin, LA
Franklin (7,302 people, St. Mary County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Louisiana pay about 12.34¢/kWh, 5% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Franklin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
| 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¢
- Charenton 14.6¢
- Jeanerette 12.3¢
- Patterson 12.3¢
- Bayou Vista 14.6¢
- Berwick 12.3¢
- Morgan City 14.6¢
- Pierre Part 12.3¢
- New Iberia 14.6¢
- Amelia 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 70538
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklin?
Most homes in Franklin get power from Entergy Louisiana, where residential customers pay an average of 12.34¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Franklin: Cleco Power (14.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklin?
About $152 a month, based on 1,233 kWh a month (the average for Entergy Louisiana customers) at 12.34¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Franklin, LA?
2 utilities serve Franklin's ZIP codes: Entergy Louisiana, Cleco Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklin?
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.