Electricity rates in Opelousas, LA
Opelousas (16,591 people, St. Landry County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Cleco Power pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 13% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Opelousas
| 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 |
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
- Lawtell 14.6¢
- Leonville 12.0¢
- Port Barre 14.6¢
- Sunset 12.0¢
- Church Point 14.6¢
- Arnaudville 14.6¢
- Carencro 12.0¢
- Ville Platte 14.6¢
- Ossun 12.0¢
- Cecilia 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 70570, 70571
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Opelousas?
Most homes in Opelousas 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 Opelousas: Southwest Louisiana E M C (11.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Opelousas?
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 Opelousas, LA?
2 utilities serve Opelousas's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Southwest Louisiana E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Opelousas?
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.