Electricity rates in Franklinton, LA
Franklinton (3,782 people, Washington County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Louisiana pay about 12.34¢/kWh, 5% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Franklinton
| 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 |
| Washington-St Tammany E C | Electric cooperative | 11.41¢ | $151 | 51K | 511 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 956 | 496 |
| Days with outages | 97 | 98 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,405 (40.3%) | 5,522 (30%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-12 | 2025-06-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (956 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bogalusa 12.3¢
- Roseland 12.3¢
- Kentwood 12.3¢
- Amite 12.3¢
- Independence 12.3¢
- Covington 14.6¢
- Abita Springs 14.6¢
- Natalbany 12.3¢
- Hammond 12.3¢
- Ponchatoula 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 70438
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklinton?
Most homes in Franklinton 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 Franklinton: Cleco Power (14.62¢), Washington-St Tammany E C (11.41¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklinton?
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 Franklinton, LA?
3 utilities serve Franklinton's ZIP codes: Entergy Louisiana, Cleco Power, Washington-St Tammany E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklinton?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 8 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 98 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-14, when 5,522 customers (30%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.