Electricity rates in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette (121,374 people, Lafayette County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Lafayette pay about 11.89¢/kWh, 8% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Lafayette
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Lafayette | Municipal utility | 11.89¢ | $144 | 61K | 30 |
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
Power outages in Lafayette County right now
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Outage history in Lafayette County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 388 | 347 |
| Days with outages | 66 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 26,337 (19.1%) | 13,014 (9.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-01-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (388 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Scott 12.0¢
- Broussard 14.6¢
- Ossun 12.0¢
- Carencro 12.0¢
- Breaux Bridge 14.6¢
- Youngsville 14.6¢
- Milton 12.0¢
- Duson 12.0¢
- Maurice 12.0¢
- Cade 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 70501, 70502, 70503, 70504, 70505, 70506, 70507, 70508, 70509, 70593, 70596, 70598
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lafayette?
Most homes in Lafayette get power from City of Lafayette, where residential customers pay an average of 11.89¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Lafayette: Southwest Louisiana E M C (11.96¢), Cleco Power (14.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lafayette?
About $144 a month, based on 1,208 kWh a month (the average for City of Lafayette customers) at 11.89¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Lafayette, LA?
3 utilities serve Lafayette's ZIP codes: City of Lafayette, Southwest Louisiana E M C, Cleco Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lafayette?
In 2025, customers in Lafayette County averaged 5 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-21, when 13,014 customers (9.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.