What is the average electricity rate in Meridian, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Meridian is approximately 14.46¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Meridian?

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

Which electric company serves Meridian, Mississippi?

Electricity in Meridian is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and East Mississippi Elec Pwr Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Meridian?

Meridian 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 Meridian electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Meridian's electricity rate of 14.46¢/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 Meridian?

To start electric service in Meridian, contact Mississippi Power Co and East Mississippi Elec Pwr 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Meridian, Mississippi

Meridian is served by Mississippi Power Co and East Mississippi Elec Pwr Assn. Utilities covering Lauderdale County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.46¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $160. Natural gas in Meridian is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Meridian's electricity rate of 14.46¢/kWh is 1.70¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Meridian

Mississippi Power Co
East Mississippi Elec Pwr Assn

Natural Gas Utility in Meridian

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Meridian vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Meridian	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.46¢	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 Meridian Residents

As a Mississippi city, Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Meridian is approximately 14.46¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Meridian pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Meridian is distributed by Mississippi Power Co and East Mississippi Elec Pwr Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Meridian 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.
Meridian's electricity rate of 14.46¢/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 Meridian, contact Mississippi Power Co and East Mississippi Elec Pwr 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.