Electricity rates in Vinton, LA
Vinton (3,355 people, Calcasieu 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 Vinton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleco Power | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $182 | 253K | 212 |
| Beauregard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.58¢ | $174 | 40K | 712 |
| 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
- Carlyss 15.3¢
- Sulphur 15.3¢
- Prien 15.3¢
- Hackberry 15.3¢
- DeQuincy 14.6¢
- Westlake 15.3¢
- Lake Charles 15.3¢
- Moss Bluff 15.3¢
- Iowa 14.6¢
- Merryville 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 70668
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vinton?
Most homes in Vinton 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 Vinton: Beauregard Electric Co-op (13.58¢), Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op (15.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Vinton?
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 Vinton, LA?
3 utilities serve Vinton's ZIP codes: Cleco Power, Beauregard Electric Co-op, Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Vinton?
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.