Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $31.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$1.04
8 hours/day
Per month
$31.52
219 kWh
Per year
$378
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.76 | $189 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.52 | $378 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.07 | $63.04 | $757 |
Louisiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a window air conditioner in Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.04 per day, $31.52 per month, or $378 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $31.52 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.