Utility rates in Ruston vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Ruston
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Ruston heats its homes
42% natural gas · 55% electricity · 3% other fuels
Electric rates in Ruston
Residential rates range from 5.6¢ to 11.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Ruston - (LA), Claiborne Electric Coop, Inc, Entergy Louisiana LLC.
This is 44% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Ruston
Ruston has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 20 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 7 providers
ZIP codes in Ruston, LA
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.