ZIP code 71339 is located in Avoyelles County, Louisiana. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.4¢/kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 71339?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Cleco Power LLC) and gas (Atmos Energy - Lousiana Division, (888) 286-6700) 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 71339 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 71339 averages 12.4¢/kWh, about 25% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 6% 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 71339?
No — electricity in ZIP code 71339 costs about 25% less than the national average. Compared to Louisiana overall, rates here are about 6% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 71339?
ZIP code 71339 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL up to 100 Mbps), Optimum (Cable up to 500 Mbps), Swyft Connect (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 71339 in?
ZIP code 71339 is in Avoyelles 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.