Electricity rates in New Iberia, LA
New Iberia (30,754 people, Iberia County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Cleco Power pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 13% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving New Iberia
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Southwest Louisiana E M C | Electric cooperative | 11.96¢ | $168 | 110K | 232 |
| Entergy Louisiana | Investor-owned utility | 12.34¢ | $152 | 962K | 253 |
Power outages in Iberia County right now
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Outage history in Iberia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 353 | 167 |
| Days with outages | 74 | 74 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,513 (11.5%) | 2,728 (4.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-03-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (353 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cade 12.0¢
- Saint Martinville 12.3¢
- Delcambre 12.0¢
- Jeanerette 12.3¢
- Youngsville 14.6¢
- Broussard 14.6¢
- Erath 14.6¢
- Catahoula 12.3¢
- Milton 12.0¢
- Abbeville 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 70560, 70562, 70563
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New Iberia?
Most homes in New Iberia 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of New Iberia: Southwest Louisiana E M C (11.96¢), Entergy Louisiana (12.34¢).
What is the average electric bill in New Iberia?
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 New Iberia, LA?
3 utilities serve New Iberia's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Southwest Louisiana E M C, Entergy Louisiana. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in New Iberia?
In 2025, customers in Iberia County averaged 2 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 74 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-24, when 2,728 customers (4.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.