Electricity rates in Welsh, LA
Welsh (3,227 people, Jefferson Davis 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 Welsh
| 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 Jefferson Davis County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson Davis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,095 | 507 |
| Days with outages | 104 | 100 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,005 (35.1%) | 3,591 (31.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-06-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,095 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Jennings 12.0¢
- Iowa 14.6¢
- Lake Arthur 12.0¢
- Kinder 14.6¢
- Elton 14.6¢
- Iota 14.6¢
- Basile 14.6¢
- Moss Bluff 15.3¢
- Lake Charles 15.3¢
- Gueydan 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 70591
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Welsh?
Most homes in Welsh 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 Welsh?
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 Welsh, LA?
Jefferson Davis Electric Co-op serves Welsh.
How often does the power go out in Welsh?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson Davis County averaged 8 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 100 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-03, when 3,591 customers (31.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.