2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Louisiana — 2026

Last updated: August 31, 2026

723 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 70001 (Metairie, LA) - 14.4 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 14.4 c/kWh
Median value 14.4 c/kWh
State Louisiana

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 70001 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
2 70002 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
3 70003 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
4 70004 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
5 70005 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
6 70006 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
7 70009 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
8 70010 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
9 70011 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
10 70030 Des Allemands LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
11 70031 Ama LA 14.4 c/kWh —
12 70032 Arabi LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
13 70033 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
14 70036 Barataria LA 14.4 c/kWh 99/100
15 70037 Belle Chasse LA 14.4 c/kWh —
16 70038 Boothville LA 14.4 c/kWh —
17 70039 Boutte LA 14.4 c/kWh —
18 70040 Braithwaite LA 14.4 c/kWh —
19 70041 Buras LA 14.4 c/kWh —
20 70043 Chalmette LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
21 70044 Chalmette LA 14.4 c/kWh —
22 70047 Destrehan LA 14.4 c/kWh —
23 70049 Edgard LA 14.4 c/kWh 98/100
24 70050 Empire LA 14.4 c/kWh —
25 70051 Garyville LA 14.4 c/kWh —
26 70052 Gramercy LA 14.4 c/kWh 99/100
27 70053 Gretna LA 14.4 c/kWh 97/100
28 70054 Gretna LA 14.4 c/kWh —
29 70055 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
30 70056 Gretna LA 14.4 c/kWh 95/100
31 70057 Hahnville LA 14.4 c/kWh —
32 70058 Harvey LA 14.4 c/kWh 95/100
33 70059 Harvey LA 14.4 c/kWh —
34 70060 Metairie LA 14.4 c/kWh —
35 70062 Kenner LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
36 70063 Kenner LA 14.4 c/kWh —
37 70064 Kenner LA 14.4 c/kWh —
38 70065 Kenner LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
39 70067 Lafitte LA 14.4 c/kWh 99/100
40 70068 La Place LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
41 70069 La Place LA 14.4 c/kWh —
42 70070 Luling LA 14.4 c/kWh —
43 70071 Lutcher LA 14.4 c/kWh 98/100
44 70072 Marrero LA 14.4 c/kWh 93/100
45 70073 Marrero LA 14.4 c/kWh —
46 70075 Meraux LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
47 70076 Mount Airy LA 14.4 c/kWh —
48 70078 New Sarpy LA 14.4 c/kWh —
49 70079 Norco LA 14.4 c/kWh —
50 70080 Paradis LA 14.4 c/kWh —
51 70081 Pilottown LA 14.4 c/kWh —
52 70082 Pointe A La Hache LA 14.4 c/kWh —
53 70083 Port Sulphur LA 14.4 c/kWh —
54 70084 Reserve LA 14.4 c/kWh 99/100
55 70085 Saint Bernard LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
56 70086 Saint James LA 14.4 c/kWh —
57 70087 Saint Rose LA 14.4 c/kWh —
58 70090 Vacherie LA 14.4 c/kWh 95/100
59 70091 Venice LA 14.4 c/kWh —
60 70092 Violet LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
61 70093 Belle Chasse LA 14.4 c/kWh —
62 70094 Westwego LA 14.4 c/kWh 97/100
63 70096 Westwego LA 14.4 c/kWh —
64 70097 Kenner LA 14.4 c/kWh —
65 70112 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
66 70113 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
67 70114 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
68 70115 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
69 70116 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
70 70117 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
71 70118 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
72 70119 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
73 70121 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
74 70122 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
75 70123 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 100/100
76 70124 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
77 70125 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
78 70126 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
79 70127 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
80 70128 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
81 70129 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
82 70130 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
83 70131 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 77/100
84 70139 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
85 70140 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
86 70141 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
87 70142 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
88 70143 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
89 70145 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
90 70146 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
91 70148 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh 82/100
92 70150 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
93 70151 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
94 70152 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
95 70153 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
96 70154 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
97 70156 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
98 70157 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
99 70158 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —
100 70159 New Orleans LA 14.4 c/kWh —

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: 2026-08-31.

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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