What is the average electricity rate in Tupelo, Mississippi?

The average residential electricity rate in Tupelo is approximately 11.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $135 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Tupelo?

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

Which electric company serves Tupelo, Mississippi?

Electricity in Tupelo is distributed by Tombigbee Electric Power Assn and Prentiss County Elec Pwr Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Tupelo?

Tupelo 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 Tupelo electricity rates compare to Mississippi averages?

Tupelo's electricity rate of 11.52¢/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 Tupelo?

To start electric service in Tupelo, contact Tombigbee Electric Power Assn and Prentiss County 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Tupelo, Mississippi

Tupelo is served by Tombigbee Electric Power Assn and Prentiss County Elec Pwr Assn. Utilities covering Lee County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.52¢/kWh — below the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $135. Natural gas in Tupelo is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Mississippi.

Compared to the Mississippi state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Tupelo's electricity rate of 11.52¢/kWh is 4.64¢ below the Mississippi average. As Mississippi has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Tupelo

Tombigbee Electric Power Assn
Prentiss County Elec Pwr Assn
City of Tupelo

Natural Gas Utility in Tupelo

CenterPoint Energy Mississippi
Spire Mississippi

Tupelo vs Mississippi Energy Rates

Metric	Tupelo	Mississippi Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.52¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.50	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$135	$152	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$53	$53	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Tupelo Residents

As a Mississippi city, Tupelo 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 Tupelo 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 Tupelo, Mississippi

The average residential electricity rate in Tupelo is approximately 11.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $135 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Tupelo pay an average of $53 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Tupelo is distributed by Tombigbee Electric Power Assn and Prentiss County Elec Pwr Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Tupelo 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.
Tupelo's electricity rate of 11.52¢/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 Tupelo, contact Tombigbee Electric Power Assn and Prentiss County 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.