What is the average electricity rate in Gulfport, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Gulfport is approximately 13.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Gulfport?

Natural gas customers in Gulfport pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Gulfport, Mississippi?

Electricity in Gulfport is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and Coast Electric Power Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Gulfport?

Gulfport 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 Gulfport electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Gulfport's electricity rate of 13.67¢/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 Gulfport?

To start electric service in Gulfport, contact Mississippi Power Co and Coast Electric Power Assn. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Gulfport, Mississippi

Gulfport is served by Mississippi Power Co and Coast Electric Power Assn. Utilities covering Harrison County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.67¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $160. Natural gas in Gulfport is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Gulfport's electricity rate of 13.67¢/kWh is 2.49¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Gulfport

Mississippi Power Co
Coast Electric Power Assn
Singing River Elec Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Gulfport

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Gulfport vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Gulfport	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.67¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$160	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$53	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Gulfport Residents

As a Mississippi city, Gulfport 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 Gulfport 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 Gulfport, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Gulfport is approximately 13.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Gulfport pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Gulfport is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and Coast Electric Power Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Gulfport 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.
Gulfport's electricity rate of 13.67¢/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 Gulfport, contact Mississippi Power Co and Coast Electric Power Assn. 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.