2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Louisiana — 2026

Last updated: October 15, 2026

723 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 70001 (Metairie, LA) - 12.7 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 12.7 c/kWh
Median value 12.7 c/kWh
State Louisiana

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 70001 Metairie LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
2 70002 Metairie LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
3 70003 Metairie LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
4 70005 Metairie LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
5 70006 Metairie LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
6 70030 Des Allemands LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
7 70031 Ama LA 12.7 c/kWh —
8 70032 Arabi LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
9 70036 Barataria LA 12.7 c/kWh 99/100
10 70037 Belle Chasse LA 12.7 c/kWh —
11 70039 Boutte LA 12.7 c/kWh —
12 70040 Braithwaite LA 12.7 c/kWh —
13 70041 Buras LA 12.7 c/kWh —
14 70043 Chalmette LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
15 70047 Destrehan LA 12.7 c/kWh —
16 70049 Edgard LA 12.7 c/kWh 98/100
17 70051 Garyville LA 12.7 c/kWh —
18 70052 Gramercy LA 12.7 c/kWh 99/100
19 70053 Gretna LA 12.7 c/kWh 97/100
20 70056 Gretna LA 12.7 c/kWh 95/100
21 70057 Hahnville LA 12.7 c/kWh —
22 70058 Harvey LA 12.7 c/kWh 95/100
23 70062 Kenner LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
24 70065 Kenner LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
25 70067 Lafitte LA 12.7 c/kWh 99/100
26 70068 La Place LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
27 70070 Luling LA 12.7 c/kWh —
28 70071 Lutcher LA 12.7 c/kWh 98/100
29 70072 Marrero LA 12.7 c/kWh 93/100
30 70075 Meraux LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
31 70076 Mount Airy LA 12.7 c/kWh —
32 70079 Norco LA 12.7 c/kWh —
33 70080 Paradis LA 12.7 c/kWh —
34 70082 Pointe A La Hache LA 12.7 c/kWh —
35 70083 Port Sulphur LA 12.7 c/kWh —
36 70084 Reserve LA 12.7 c/kWh 99/100
37 70085 Saint Bernard LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
38 70086 Saint James LA 12.7 c/kWh —
39 70087 Saint Rose LA 12.7 c/kWh —
40 70090 Vacherie LA 12.7 c/kWh 95/100
41 70091 Venice LA 12.7 c/kWh —
42 70092 Violet LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
43 70094 Westwego LA 12.7 c/kWh 97/100
44 70112 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
45 70113 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
46 70114 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
47 70115 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
48 70116 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
49 70117 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
50 70118 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
51 70119 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
52 70121 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
53 70122 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
54 70123 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 100/100
55 70124 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
56 70125 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
57 70126 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
58 70127 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
59 70128 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
60 70129 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
61 70130 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100
62 70131 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 77/100
63 70148 New Orleans LA 12.7 c/kWh 82/100

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: 2026-10-15.

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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