2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Louisiana — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

723 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 70001 (Metairie, LA) — 12.5 c/kWh
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Out of 723 ZIP codes with data in Louisiana, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All Louisiana Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 723
Highest value 12.5 c/kWh
Median value 12.5 c/kWh
State Louisiana

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 70001 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
2 70002 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
3 70003 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
4 70004 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
5 70005 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
6 70006 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
7 70009 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
8 70010 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
9 70011 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
10 70030 Des Allemands LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
11 70031 Ama LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
12 70032 Arabi LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
13 70033 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
14 70036 Barataria LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
15 70037 Belle Chasse LA 12.5 c/kWh 50/100
16 70038 Boothville LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
17 70039 Boutte LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
18 70040 Braithwaite LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
19 70041 Buras LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
20 70043 Chalmette LA 12.5 c/kWh 75/100
21 70044 Chalmette LA 12.5 c/kWh 90/100
22 70047 Destrehan LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
23 70049 Edgard LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
24 70050 Empire LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
25 70051 Garyville LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
26 70052 Gramercy LA 12.5 c/kWh 69/100
27 70053 Gretna LA 12.5 c/kWh 73/100
28 70054 Gretna LA 12.5 c/kWh 88/100
29 70055 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
30 70056 Gretna LA 12.5 c/kWh 73/100
31 70057 Hahnville LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
32 70058 Harvey LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
33 70059 Harvey LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
34 70060 Metairie LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
35 70062 Kenner LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
36 70063 Kenner LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
37 70064 Kenner LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
38 70065 Kenner LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
39 70067 Lafitte LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
40 70068 La Place LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
41 70069 La Place LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
42 70070 Luling LA 12.5 c/kWh 75/100
43 70071 Lutcher LA 12.5 c/kWh 80/100
44 70072 Marrero LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
45 70073 Marrero LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
46 70075 Meraux LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
47 70076 Mount Airy LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
48 70078 New Sarpy LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
49 70079 Norco LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
50 70080 Paradis LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
51 70081 Pilottown LA 12.5 c/kWh 52/100
52 70082 Pointe A La Hache LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
53 70083 Port Sulphur LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
54 70084 Reserve LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
55 70085 Saint Bernard LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
56 70086 Saint James LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
57 70087 Saint Rose LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
58 70090 Vacherie LA 12.5 c/kWh 47/100
59 70091 Venice LA 12.5 c/kWh 42/100
60 70092 Violet LA 12.5 c/kWh 37/100
61 70093 Belle Chasse LA 12.5 c/kWh 66/100
62 70094 Westwego LA 12.5 c/kWh 74/100
63 70096 Westwego LA 12.5 c/kWh 89/100
64 70097 Kenner LA 12.5 c/kWh 60/100
65 70112 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
66 70113 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
67 70114 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
68 70115 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
69 70116 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
70 70117 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
71 70118 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
72 70119 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
73 70121 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
74 70122 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
75 70123 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
76 70124 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
77 70125 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
78 70126 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
79 70127 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
80 70128 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
81 70129 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
82 70130 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
83 70131 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 64/100
84 70139 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 74/100
85 70140 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 74/100
86 70141 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
87 70142 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 85/100
88 70143 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
89 70145 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 85/100
90 70146 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
91 70148 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 79/100
92 70150 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
93 70151 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
94 70152 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
95 70153 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 79/100
96 70154 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 85/100
97 70156 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 85/100
98 70157 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 79/100
99 70158 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 84/100
100 70159 New Orleans LA 12.5 c/kWh 85/100

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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