Utility rates in Start vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Start
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 Start heats its homes
15% natural gas · 85% electricity
Electric rates in Start
Residential rates range from 9.2¢ to 11.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include Entergy Louisiana LLC, Northeast Louisiana Power Coop Inc..
This is 37% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Start
Start has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 11 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 9 providers
ZIP codes in Start, 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.