What is the average electricity rate in Hernando, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Hernando is approximately 15.51¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $146 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hernando?

Natural gas customers in Hernando pay an average of $55 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Hernando, Mississippi?

Electricity in Hernando 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 Hernando?

Hernando 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 Hernando electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Hernando's electricity rate of 15.51¢/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 Hernando?

To start electric service in Hernando, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Hernando, Mississippi

Hernando 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 Hernando households.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Hernando's electricity rate of 15.51¢/kWh is 0.65¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Hernando

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

Natural Gas Utility in Hernando

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi
Atmos Energy Mississippi

Hernando vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Hernando	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.51¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.55	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$146	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$55	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Hernando Residents

As a Mississippi city, Hernando 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 Hernando 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 Hernando, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Hernando is approximately 15.51¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $146 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hernando pay an average of $55 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hernando 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.
Hernando 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.
Hernando's electricity rate of 15.51¢/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 Hernando, 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.