Electricity rates in Iota, LA
Iota (1,480 people, Acadia 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 Iota
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
| Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.29¢ | $189 | 9,366 | 23 |
Power outages in Acadia County right now
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Outage history in Acadia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 950 | 471 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 87 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,736 (30.1%) | 14,776 (51%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-10 | 2025-03-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (950 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Crowley 14.6¢
- Eunice 14.6¢
- Basile 14.6¢
- Jennings 12.0¢
- Rayne 14.6¢
- Elton 14.6¢
- Church Point 14.6¢
- Duson 12.0¢
- Lake Arthur 12.0¢
- Welsh 15.3¢
ZIP codes: 70543
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Iota?
Most homes in Iota 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 Iota: Southwest Louisiana E M C (11.96¢), Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op (15.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Iota?
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 Iota, LA?
3 utilities serve Iota's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Southwest Louisiana E M C, Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Iota?
In 2025, customers in Acadia County averaged 7 hr 51 min without power. Outages hit 87 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-24, when 14,776 customers (51%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.