This area is served by 6 utility providers across 3 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.9¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 70163 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 70163?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Entergy Louisiana LLC) and gas (Entergy - Gulf States, (800) 368-3749) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 70163 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in New Orleans, LA averages 12.9¢/kWh, about 22% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 10% above the Louisiana state average of 11.7¢/kWh. Natural gas in Louisiana averages $16.38/Mcf, about 13% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 70163?
No — electricity in New Orleans, LA costs about 22% less than the national average. Compared to Louisiana overall, rates here are about 10% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What county is 70163 in?
ZIP code 70163 is in Orleans County, Louisiana.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.