What is the average electricity rate in Oxford, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Oxford is approximately 12.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Oxford?

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

Which electric company serves Oxford, Mississippi?

Electricity in Oxford is distributed by North East Mississippi EPA and Tallahatchie Valley E P A. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Oxford?

Oxford 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 Oxford electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Oxford's electricity rate of 12.52¢/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 Oxford?

To start electric service in Oxford, contact North East Mississippi EPA and Tallahatchie Valley 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Oxford, Mississippi

Oxford is served by North East Mississippi EPA and Tallahatchie Valley E P A. Utilities covering Lafayette County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.52¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $142. Natural gas in Oxford is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Oxford's electricity rate of 12.52¢/kWh is 3.64¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Oxford

North East Mississippi EPA
Tallahatchie Valley E P A
City of Oxford

Natural Gas Utility in Oxford

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Oxford vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Oxford	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.52¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$142	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$53	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Oxford Residents

As a Mississippi city, Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Oxford is approximately 12.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Oxford pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Oxford is distributed by North East Mississippi EPA and Tallahatchie Valley E P A. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Oxford 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.
Oxford's electricity rate of 12.52¢/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 Oxford, contact North East Mississippi EPA and Tallahatchie Valley 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.