What is the average electricity rate in Charenton, Louisiana?

The average residential electricity rate in Charenton is approximately 13.87¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Charenton?

Natural gas customers in Charenton pay an average of $46 per month. The rate is approximately $1.63/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Charenton, Louisiana?

Electricity in Charenton is distributed by Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Charenton?

Charenton natural gas service is provided by Entergy Louisiana and CenterPoint Energy Louisiana. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Charenton electricity rates compare to Louisiana averages?

Charenton's electricity rate of 13.87¢/kWh is below the Louisiana state average of 14.15¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Charenton?

To start electric service in Charenton, contact Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans. For gas service, contact Entergy Louisiana and CenterPoint Energy Louisiana. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Charenton, Louisiana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Charenton, Louisiana

Charenton residents in Louisiana receive electric service through Entergy Louisiana and natural gas distribution from Entergy Louisiana. Louisiana's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Charenton households.

Compared to the Louisiana state average of 14.15¢/kWh/kWh, Charenton's electricity rate of 13.87¢/kWh is 0.28¢ below the Louisiana average. As Louisiana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Charenton

Entergy Louisiana
Entergy New Orleans
CLECO Power
Southwestern Electric Power (SWEPCO/AEP)

Natural Gas Utility in Charenton

Entergy Louisiana
CenterPoint Energy Louisiana
Atmos Energy Louisiana

Charenton vs Louisiana Energy Rates

Metric	Charenton	Louisiana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.87¢	14.15¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.63	$1.60	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$141	$144	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$46	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Charenton Residents

As a Louisiana city, Charenton residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Louisiana LIHEAP
✅ Louisiana Weatherization Assistance
✅ Louisiana Citizens Energy Assistance
✅ Entergy Energy Assistance Program

Energy-Saving Tips for Charenton Residents

✓ Air conditioning is essential — invest in a high-SEER (16+) unit for maximum efficiency.
✓ Install impact-resistant windows that also reduce solar heat gain.
✓ Keep your AC unit's condenser coils clean for optimal cooling efficiency.
✓ Use blackout curtains on east and west windows to block morning and afternoon sun.
✓ Consider a solar water heater — Florida sunshine makes it an excellent investment.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Charenton, Louisiana

The average residential electricity rate in Charenton is approximately 13.87¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Charenton pay an average of $46 per month. The rate is approximately $1.63/therm per therm.
Electricity in Charenton is distributed by Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Charenton natural gas service is provided by Entergy Louisiana and CenterPoint Energy Louisiana. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Charenton's electricity rate of 13.87¢/kWh is below the Louisiana state average of 14.15¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Charenton, contact Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans. For gas service, contact Entergy Louisiana and CenterPoint Energy Louisiana. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.