Electricity rates · July 2026
Electricity rates in Louisiana
Homes in Louisiana paid an average of 12.72¢ per kWh in July 2026 — well below the U.S. average of 18.31¢ and down 3.0% from a year earlier. It ranks #51 of 51 (50 states and D.C.), from most to least expensive.
- Residential price per kWh
- 12.72¢
- U.S. 18.31¢
- Commercial price per kWh
- 10.97¢
- U.S. 14.53¢
- Industrial price per kWh
- 6.08¢
- U.S. 9.77¢
- All sectors price per kWh
- 9.74¢
- U.S. 14.99¢
What electricity costs per month in Louisiana
Cost at the state average residential price, which includes taxes and fees. Your utility's rates may differ. Try your own kWh.
| Monthly use | Louisiana | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $64 | $92 |
| 900 kWh | $114 | $165 |
| 1,200 kWh | $153 | $220 |
| 1,500 kWh | $191 | $275 |
Louisiana vs. the West South Central region
Residential price per kWh, July 2026, and change from a year earlier.
| Area | Price | vs. year ago |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12.72¢ | -3.0% |
| West South Central average | 15.21¢ | +3.4% |
| Texas | 15.88¢ | +3.4% |
| Oklahoma | 14.35¢ | +6.1% |
| Arkansas | 14.33¢ | +8.1% |
Could solar cut your Louisiana bill?
At 12.72¢/kWh, our example 7 kW system pays back in 14.8 years and saves $1,317 in year one.
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Louisiana?
12.72¢ per kWh for residential customers in July 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is well below the national average of 18.31¢. Your own rate depends on your utility and plan.
How much does 1,000 kWh of electricity cost in Louisiana?
At the state average of 12.72¢/kWh, 1,000 kWh of energy costs about $127. That average already includes taxes and fees spread across all kWh sold; your own cost depends on your utility's rates and how much you use.
Are electricity prices in Louisiana going up?
The July 2026 average was down 3.0% from the same month a year earlier (13.12¢). Recent EIA months are preliminary and can be revised.
Is solar worth it in Louisiana at these prices?
For our example 7 kW system on a 10,500 kWh/yr home with full net metering, payback in Louisiana is 14.8 years at today's average price. It depends heavily on your rate, roof and how your utility credits exports — see the state solar page for details.
Electricity rates in other states
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (average price of electricity to ultimate customers), July 2026. Recent months are preliminary. Monthly cost examples multiply the average price by usage; EIA derives the average by dividing utility revenue (including taxes and fees) by kWh sold.
