What is the average electricity rate in Canton, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Canton is approximately 16.32¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $154 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Canton?

Natural gas customers in Canton pay an average of $51 per month. The rate is approximately $1.44/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Canton, Mississippi?

Electricity in Canton is distributed by Entergy Mississippi and Mississippi Power (Southern Company). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Canton?

Canton natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi and Spire Mississippi. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Canton electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Canton's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is above the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Canton?

To start electric service in Canton, contact Entergy Mississippi and Mississippi Power (Southern Company). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Mississippi and Spire Mississippi. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Canton, Mississippi Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Canton, Mississippi

Canton residents in Mississippi receive electric service through Entergy Mississippi and natural gas distribution from CenterPoint Energy Mississippi. Mississippi's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Canton households.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Canton's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is 0.16¢ above the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Canton

Entergy Mississippi
Mississippi Power (Southern Company)
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

Natural Gas Utility in Canton

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi
Atmos Energy Mississippi

Canton vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Canton	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.32¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.44	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$154	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$51	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Canton Residents

As a Mississippi city, Canton residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Mississippi LIHEAP
✅ Mississippi Weatherization Assistance
✅ Mississippi Low Income Assistance
✅ Dollar Energy Fund

Energy-Saving Tips for Canton Residents

✓ Run your AC on a "dry" mode or use a standalone dehumidifier — moisture makes heat feel worse.
✓ Clean or replace AC filters monthly during summer to maintain airflow and efficiency.
✓ Consider a mini-split heat pump — it's highly efficient for both cooling and mild-winter heating.
✓ Install Energy Star certified windows to reduce solar heat gain.
✓ Use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to remove humidity at the source.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Canton, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Canton is approximately 16.32¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $154 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Canton pay an average of $51 per month. The rate is approximately $1.44/therm per therm.
Electricity in Canton is distributed by Entergy Mississippi and Mississippi Power (Southern Company). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Canton natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi and Spire Mississippi. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Canton's electricity rate of 16.32¢/kWh is above the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Canton, contact Entergy Mississippi and Mississippi Power (Southern Company). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Mississippi and Spire Mississippi. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.