Electricity rates in Lake Arthur, LA
Lake Arthur (2,742 people, Jefferson Davis 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 Lake Arthur
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Jefferson Davis County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson Davis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,095 | 507 |
| Days with outages | 104 | 100 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,005 (35.1%) | 3,591 (31.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-06-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,095 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 70549
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lake Arthur?
Most homes in Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur: Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op (15.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lake Arthur?
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 Lake Arthur, LA?
2 utilities serve Lake Arthur's ZIP codes: 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 Lake Arthur?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson Davis County averaged 8 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 100 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-03, when 3,591 customers (31.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.