Electricity rates in Lawtell, LA
Lawtell (1,198 people, St. Landry County) is served by Cleco Power. Homes on Cleco Power pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 13% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Lawtell
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
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
- Opelousas 14.6¢
- Church Point 14.6¢
- Sunset 12.0¢
- Leonville 12.0¢
- Ville Platte 14.6¢
- Eunice 14.6¢
- Port Barre 14.6¢
- Mamou 14.6¢
- Carencro 12.0¢
- Arnaudville 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 70550
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lawtell?
Most homes in Lawtell 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Lawtell?
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 Lawtell, LA?
Cleco Power serves Lawtell.
How often does the power go out in Lawtell?
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.