Electricity rates in Krotz Springs, LA
Krotz Springs (1,203 people, St. Landry County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southwest Louisiana E M C pay about 11.96¢/kWh, 8% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Krotz Springs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
| Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.27¢ | $184 | 8,254 | 2 |
Power outages in St. Landry County right now
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Outage history in St. Landry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 998 | 327 |
| Days with outages | 86 | 102 |
| Most customers out at once | 31,988 (67.7%) | 5,895 (12.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-10 | 2025-03-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (998 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Melville 14.6¢
- Livonia 15.3¢
- Port Barre 14.6¢
- Leonville 12.0¢
- Maringouin 15.3¢
- Arnaudville 14.6¢
- Cecilia 12.0¢
- Henderson 12.0¢
- Opelousas 14.6¢
- Breaux Bridge 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 70750
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Krotz Springs?
Most homes in Krotz Springs get power from Southwest Louisiana E M C, where residential customers pay an average of 11.96¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Krotz Springs: Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. (15.27¢).
What is the average electric bill in Krotz Springs?
About $168 a month, based on 1,404 kWh a month (the average for Southwest Louisiana E M C customers) at 11.96¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Krotz Springs, LA?
2 utilities serve Krotz Springs's ZIP codes: Southwest Louisiana E M C, Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Krotz Springs?
In 2025, customers in St. Landry County averaged 5 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 102 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-24, when 5,895 customers (12.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.