Louisiana Electricity Prices

Louisiana's residential electricity rate stands at 14.15¢/kWh as of May 2026, ranking 42nd among the 50 states and DC — making it cheaper than most of the nation. The rate sits 4.29¢/kWh below the US average of 18.44¢/kWh, a difference of 23.3%. Among its neighbors, Louisiana undercuts Texas at 16.44¢/kWh and Mississippi at 16.16¢/kWh, though it edges out Arkansas at 14.36¢/kWh. Commercial and industrial rates follow the same pattern, at 11.98¢/kWh and 6.88¢/kWh respectively.

The rate has climbed sharply in recent years. Since May 2021 it has risen 21.3% from 11.67¢/kWh. Over two decades since May 2006, the increase reaches 60.4% from 8.82¢/kWh, and since records began in January 2001 the rise totals 77.5% from 7.97¢/kWh. The most recent peak came in April 2026 at 14.44¢/kWh, while the all-time low sits at 6.27¢/kWh in January 2002. Residential usage in Louisiana averages 1,201 kWh per month, well above the national figure of 871 kWh, resulting in a monthly bill of $156 that nearly matches the national average of $155 despite the lower rate — higher consumption offsetting the lower price.