Electricity rates in Prien, LA
Prien (7,810 people, Calcasieu County) is served by Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op. Homes on Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op pay about 15.29¢/kWh, 18% more than the Louisiana average.
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Electric companies serving Prien
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.29¢ | $189 | 9,366 | 23 |
Power outages in Calcasieu County right now
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Outage history in Calcasieu County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,666 | 682 |
| Days with outages | 142 | 138 |
| Most customers out at once | 32,379 (64.9%) | 8,235 (16.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-10 | 2025-05-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,666 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Westlake 15.3¢
- Lake Charles 15.3¢
- Carlyss 15.3¢
- Sulphur 15.3¢
- Moss Bluff 15.3¢
- Hackberry 15.3¢
- Iowa 14.6¢
- Vinton 14.6¢
- DeQuincy 14.6¢
- Welsh 15.3¢
ZIP codes: 70605, 70669
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Prien?
Most homes in Prien get power from Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 15.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Louisiana average is 12.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Prien?
About $189 a month, based on 1,235 kWh a month (the average for Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op customers) at 15.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Prien, LA?
Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op serves Prien.
How often does the power go out in Prien?
In 2025, customers in Calcasieu County averaged 11 hr 22 min without power. Outages hit 138 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-27, when 8,235 customers (16.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.