What is the average electricity rate in Lake Providence, Louisiana?

The average residential electricity rate in Lake Providence is approximately 13.58¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lake Providence?

Natural gas customers in Lake Providence pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $1.66/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Lake Providence, Louisiana?

Electricity in Lake Providence 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 Lake Providence?

Lake Providence 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 Lake Providence electricity rates compare to Louisiana averages?

Lake Providence's electricity rate of 13.58¢/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 Lake Providence?

To start electric service in Lake Providence, 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.

Lake Providence, Louisiana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lake Providence, Louisiana

In Lake Providence, Louisiana, Entergy Louisiana handles electricity distribution and Entergy Louisiana manages natural gas service. Louisiana residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the Louisiana state average of 14.15¢/kWh/kWh, Lake Providence's electricity rate of 13.58¢/kWh is 0.57¢ below the Louisiana average. As Louisiana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lake Providence

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

Natural Gas Utility in Lake Providence

Entergy Louisiana
CenterPoint Energy Louisiana
Atmos Energy Louisiana

Lake Providence vs Louisiana Energy Rates

Metric	Lake Providence	Louisiana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.58¢	14.15¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.66	$1.60	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$138	$144	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$47	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lake Providence Residents

As a Louisiana city, Lake Providence 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 Lake Providence 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 Lake Providence, Louisiana

The average residential electricity rate in Lake Providence is approximately 13.58¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lake Providence pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $1.66/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lake Providence is distributed by Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Lake Providence 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.
Lake Providence's electricity rate of 13.58¢/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 Lake Providence, 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.