Electricity rates in Old Jefferson, LA
Old Jefferson (6,980 people, East Baton Rouge Parish County) is served by Dixie Electric Membership Corp.. Homes on Dixie Electric Membership Corp. pay about 13.98¢/kWh, 8% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Old Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixie Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.98¢ | $186 | 111K | 321 |
Power outages in East Baton Rouge Parish County right now
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Outage history in East Baton Rouge Parish County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 647 | 376 |
| Days with outages | 73 | 92 |
| Most customers out at once | 35,145 (16.4%) | 16,103 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (647 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Shenandoah 14.0¢
- Village Saint George 14.0¢
- Inniswold 14.0¢
- Oak Hills Place 14.0¢
- Prairieville 14.0¢
- Gardere 14.0¢
- Denham Springs 14.0¢
- Merrydale 14.0¢
- Saint Gabriel 12.3¢
- Baton Rouge 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 70816, 70817, 70836
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Old Jefferson?
Most homes in Old Jefferson get power from Dixie Electric Membership Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 13.98¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Old Jefferson?
About $186 a month, based on 1,331 kWh a month (the average for Dixie Electric Membership Corp. customers) at 13.98¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Old Jefferson, LA?
Dixie Electric Membership Corp. serves Old Jefferson.
How often does the power go out in Old Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in East Baton Rouge Parish County averaged 6 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 92 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 16,103 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.