What is the average electricity rate in Hattiesburg, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Hattiesburg is approximately 13.89¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hattiesburg?

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

Which electric company serves Hattiesburg, Mississippi?

Electricity in Hattiesburg is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Hattiesburg?

Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Hattiesburg's electricity rate of 13.89¢/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 Hattiesburg?

To start electric service in Hattiesburg, contact Mississippi Power Co and Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Hattiesburg is served by Mississippi Power Co and Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. Utilities covering Forrest County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.89¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $160. Natural gas in Hattiesburg is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Hattiesburg's electricity rate of 13.89¢/kWh is 2.27¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Hattiesburg

Mississippi Power Co
Southern Pine Electric Cooperative
Pearl River Valley El Pwr Assn

Natural Gas Utility in Hattiesburg

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Hattiesburg vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Hattiesburg	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.89¢	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 Hattiesburg Residents

As a Mississippi city, Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Hattiesburg is approximately 13.89¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hattiesburg pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hattiesburg is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Hattiesburg 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.
Hattiesburg's electricity rate of 13.89¢/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 Hattiesburg, contact Mississippi Power Co and Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. 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.