Electricity rates in Natchitoches, LA
Natchitoches (18,365 people, Natchitoches County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on City of Natchitoches pay about 10.98¢/kWh, 15% less than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Natchitoches
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Natchitoches | Municipal utility | 10.98¢ | $116 | 7,196 | — |
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.39¢ | $169 | 207K | 451 |
Power outages in Natchitoches County right now
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Outage history in Natchitoches County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 770 | 497 |
| Days with outages | 80 | 76 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,160 (12.6%) | 3,353 (10.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-19 | 2025-08-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (770 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 71457, 71458, 71497
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Natchitoches?
Most homes in Natchitoches get power from City of Natchitoches, where residential customers pay an average of 10.98¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Natchitoches: Entergy Louisiana (12.34¢), Cleco Power (14.62¢), Southwestern Electric Power Co. (14.39¢).
What is the average electric bill in Natchitoches?
About $116 a month, based on 1,054 kWh a month (the average for City of Natchitoches customers) at 10.98¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Natchitoches, LA?
4 utilities serve Natchitoches's ZIP codes: City of Natchitoches, Entergy Louisiana, Cleco Power, Southwestern Electric Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Natchitoches?
In 2025, customers in Natchitoches County averaged 8 hr 17 min without power. Outages hit 76 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-19, when 3,353 customers (10.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.