What is the average electricity rate in Jackson, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Jackson is approximately 8.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Jackson?

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

Which electric company serves Jackson, Mississippi?

Electricity in Jackson is distributed by Entergy Mississippi LLC and Southwest Mississippi E P A. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Jackson?

Jackson 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 Jackson electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Jackson's electricity rate of 8.08¢/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 Jackson?

To start electric service in Jackson, contact Entergy Mississippi LLC and Southwest Mississippi E P A. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Jackson, Mississippi

Jackson is served by Entergy Mississippi LLC and Southwest Mississippi E P A. Utilities covering Hinds County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.65¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $161. Natural gas in Jackson is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Jackson's electricity rate of 8.08¢/kWh is 8.08¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Jackson

Entergy Mississippi LLC
Southwest Mississippi E P A

Natural Gas Utility in Jackson

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Jackson vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Jackson	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	8.08¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$133	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$53	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Jackson Residents

As a Mississippi city, Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Jackson is approximately 8.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Jackson pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Jackson is distributed by Entergy Mississippi LLC and Southwest Mississippi E P A. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Jackson 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.
Jackson's electricity rate of 8.08¢/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 Jackson, contact Entergy Mississippi LLC and Southwest Mississippi E P A. 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.