Electricity rates in Simmesport, LA
Simmesport (2,117 people, Avoyelles 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 Simmesport
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.27¢ | $184 | 8,254 | 2 |
Power outages in Avoyelles County right now
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Outage history in Avoyelles County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 523 | 408 |
| Days with outages | 114 | 114 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,149 (22%) | 4,196 (17.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-29 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (523 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Batchelor 14.6¢
- Cottonport 14.6¢
- Mansura 12.3¢
- Marksville 12.3¢
- Melville 14.6¢
- Bunkie 14.6¢
- Saint Francisville 12.3¢
- New Roads 14.0¢
- Port Barre 14.6¢
- Krotz Springs 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 71369
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Simmesport?
Most homes in Simmesport 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 Simmesport: Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp. (15.27¢).
What is the average electric bill in Simmesport?
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 Simmesport, LA?
2 utilities serve Simmesport's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Pointe Coupee Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Simmesport?
In 2025, customers in Avoyelles County averaged 6 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 114 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 4,196 customers (17.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.