· Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
Residential electricity rates in Louisiana range from 10.5¢–27.9¢/kWh across 5 major utilities, with a median rate of 13.7¢/kWh. This is approximately 14% below the national average. Use our free bill sanity check to verify your Louisiana electricity charges.
How do storm surcharges affect my Louisiana electricity bill?
After major hurricanes, Louisiana utilities add storm cost recovery surcharges that can add $10–$30 per month for several years. Entergy Louisiana, Cleco, and SWEPCO each have different surcharge structures. Utility Check verifies these are applied at the correct approved rates.
Does Utility Check support Louisiana utility bills?
Yes. Utility Check supports Entergy Louisiana, Cleco, SWEPCO, and Louisiana cooperatives. We verify base charges, fuel adjustments, storm recovery surcharges, and all other line items on your bill.
What is the fuel adjustment charge on my Louisiana bill?
The fuel adjustment charge reflects the actual cost of fuel used to generate electricity and changes monthly. It can significantly increase or decrease your bill beyond the base rate. Utility Check verifies this charge against your utility's published fuel adjustment factor.
How can I verify my Louisiana electricity bill?
Upload your Entergy, Cleco, or SWEPCO bill to Utility Check. We recalculate every line item including base charges, fuel adjustments, storm recovery fees, and taxes. If something doesn't add up, we flag it and provide instructions for resolution.
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