Electricity rates in Columbus, MS
Columbus (23,168 people, Lowndes County) is served by 4 electric utilities.
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Electric companies serving Columbus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| City of Columbus | Municipal utility | 13.52¢ | $152 | 8,852 | 165 |
| 4-County Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 13.87¢ | $168 | 41K | 215 |
| Monroe County Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 13.84¢ | $189 | 10K | — |
Power outages in Lowndes County right now
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Outage history in Lowndes County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 71 | 148 |
| Days with outages | 23 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,190 (9.6%) | 4,612 (13.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-07 | 2025-05-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (71 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- New Hope —
- Columbus Air Force Base 13.9¢
- Caledonia 13.9¢
- West Point 13.9¢
- Brooksville 13.9¢
- Starkville 13.9¢
- Aberdeen 13.9¢
- Macon 13.9¢
- Amory 13.7¢
- Okolona 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 39701, 39702, 39703, 39704, 39705, 39710
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbus?
The Mississippi average is 14.77¢/kWh.
What is the average electric bill in Columbus?
About $175 a month, based on 1,184 kWh a month (the average for Tennessee Valley Authority customers) at 14.77¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbus, MS?
4 utilities serve Columbus's ZIP codes: Tennessee Valley Authority, City of Columbus, 4-County Electric Power Association, Monroe County Electric Power Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Columbus?
In 2025, customers in Lowndes County averaged 2 hr 28 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-18, when 4,612 customers (13.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.