What is the average electricity rate in Decatur, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Decatur is approximately 16.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $150 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Decatur?

Natural gas customers in Decatur pay an average of $51 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Decatur, Mississippi?

Electricity in Decatur 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 Decatur?

Decatur 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 Decatur electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Decatur's electricity rate of 16.00¢/kWh is below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Decatur?

To start electric service in Decatur, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Decatur, Mississippi

Decatur is a community in Mississippi served by Entergy Mississippi for electric and CenterPoint Energy Mississippi for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Mississippi's statewide energy market and the region's hot humid subtropical, mild winters climate.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Decatur's electricity rate of 16.00¢/kWh is 0.16¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Decatur

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

Natural Gas Utility in Decatur

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi
Atmos Energy Mississippi

Decatur vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Decatur	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.00¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.46	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$150	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$51	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Decatur Residents

As a Mississippi city, Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Decatur is approximately 16.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $150 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Decatur pay an average of $51 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.
Electricity in Decatur 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.
Decatur 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.
Decatur's electricity rate of 16.00¢/kWh is below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Decatur, 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.