WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Opelousas
Louisiana
Louisiana
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Opelousas
January
$129February
$94March
$103April
$102May
$134June
$185July
$195highestAugust
$194September
$186October
$121November
$92December
$86lowestCarbon Emissions
1,009 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,163 kWh
Opelousas's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 80% of Opelousas's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 14%. Coal provides 3% of the energy in Opelousas. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Opelousas. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Opelousas.
80%
Natural Gas
14%
Nuclear
3%
Coal
2%
Solar
1%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,252 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$20,925
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Opelousas can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | Up to $1,500 | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | Up to $400 for each installed heat pump water heater | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 (maximum of two) | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | Up to $1,500 | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | Up to $75 for first thermostat. $25.00 for second thermost for a total $100 per customer. Rebate amount cannot exceed the actual cost of the thermostat. | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | Up to $1,500 | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | Up to $1,500 | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | Up to $1,500 | CLECO Corporation | See Details |
Cleco has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Electric Service | Fixed | 10¢ to 13¢ |
| TOUCH Program Residential (TOU) | TOU | 12¢ to 25¢ |
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