SWEPCO - Louisiana Electricity Rates

Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is a subsidiary of American Electric Power (AEP) that provides electricity to over 231,000 customers in Louisiana. SWEPCO has been serving Louisiana since 1913 and has a diverse portfolio of energy resources that includes natural gas, coal, wind, and solar. The company operates 2,300 miles of transmission lines and 27,800 miles of distribution lines in Louisiana, ensuring reliable electricity delivery to customers across the state. SWEPCO also offers a range of energy efficiency programs and initiatives to help customers reduce energy consumption and save money on their utility bills. The company is committed to providing affordable and sustainable energy solutions to meet the growing energy needs of Louisiana.

Phone

1-888-216-3523

Website

swepco.com

SWEPCO - Louisiana Energy Sources

SWEPCO - Louisiana's energy comes from natural gas. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 100% of SWEPCO - Louisiana's energy.

100%

Natural Gas

SWEPCO - Louisiana Rates

The average electricity rate for SWEPCO - Louisiana customers is 11.7 cents/kWh. SWEPCO - Louisiana has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed8¢ to 10¢

SWEPCO - Louisiana Reliability

In 2021, the average SWEPCO - Louisiana customer lost electricity for 3 times for about 360 minutes each. In total, the average SWEPCO - Louisiana customer had their electricity out for about 1115 minutes during the whole year.

SWEPCO - Louisiana Incentives

SWEPCO - Louisiana can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.

incentivesavingsutility 
Windows, Doors, and Skylights$2.50/Square FootAEP SWEPCOSee Details
Clothes Dryers$100AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$700AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Clothes Washers$75AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Windows, Doors, and Skylights$30-$80AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Smart Thermostats$75AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$500AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Smart Thermostats$75AEP SWEPCOSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$650AEP SWEPCOSee Details

Netmetering

Energy exported to the grid, measured instantaneously, will be credited at the utility's avoided cost rate (Net Billing). Existing net metering customers are grandfathered for 15 years and will receive credit at full retail rates.

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