Electricity rates in Fayette, MS
Fayette (1,577 people, Jefferson County) is served by Southwest Mississippi E P A. Homes on Southwest Mississippi E P A pay about 16.15¢/kWh, 9% more than the Mississippi average.
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Electric companies serving Fayette
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Mississippi E P A | Electric cooperative | 16.15¢ | $160 | 23K | 2,736 |
Power outages in Jefferson County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,089 | 3,097 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 112 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,277 (56.5%) | 2,103 (52.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-29 | 2025-08-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (3,089 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Port Gibson 15.2¢
- Morgantown 15.2¢
- Bude 15.2¢
- Natchez 15.2¢
- Brookhaven 15.2¢
- Wesson 15.2¢
- Hazlehurst 15.2¢
- Centreville 15.2¢
- Beechwood 15.2¢
- Crystal Springs 15.2¢
ZIP codes: 39069
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fayette?
Most homes in Fayette get power from Southwest Mississippi E P A, where residential customers pay an average of 16.15¢/kWh including all charges. The Mississippi average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Fayette?
About $160 a month, based on 993 kWh a month (the average for Southwest Mississippi E P A customers) at 16.15¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fayette, MS?
Southwest Mississippi E P A serves Fayette.
How often does the power go out in Fayette?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson County averaged 51 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 112 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-18, when 2,103 customers (52.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.