Electricity rates in Gonzales, LA
Gonzales (10,678 people, Ascension County) is served by Dixie Electric Membership Corp.. Homes on Dixie Electric Membership Corp. pay about 13.98¢/kWh, 8% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Gonzales
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixie Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.98¢ | $186 | 111K | 321 |
Power outages in Ascension County right now
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Outage history in Ascension County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,029 | 395 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 108 |
| Most customers out at once | 42,788 (82.8%) | 7,605 (14.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-12 | 2025-09-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,029 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sorrento 12.3¢
- Prairieville 14.0¢
- French Settlement 14.0¢
- Donaldsonville 12.3¢
- Carville 12.3¢
- Saint Gabriel 12.3¢
- Old Jefferson 14.0¢
- Shenandoah 14.0¢
- Village Saint George 14.0¢
- Oak Hills Place 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 70707, 70737
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gonzales?
Most homes in Gonzales get power from Dixie Electric Membership Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 13.98¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Gonzales?
About $186 a month, based on 1,331 kWh a month (the average for Dixie Electric Membership Corp. customers) at 13.98¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gonzales, LA?
Dixie Electric Membership Corp. serves Gonzales.
How often does the power go out in Gonzales?
In 2025, customers in Ascension County averaged 6 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 108 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-22, when 7,605 customers (14.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.