Electricity rates in Houston, MS
Houston (3,544 people, Chickasaw County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on 4-County Electric Power Association pay about 13.87¢/kWh, 6% less than the Mississippi average.
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Electric companies serving Houston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-County Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 13.87¢ | $168 | 41K | 215 |
| Natchez Trace Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.17¢ | $162 | 13K | 676 |
| City of Okolona | Municipal utility | 14.57¢ | $167 | 4,288 | — |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Chickasaw County right now
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Outage history in Chickasaw County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 11 | 13 |
| Days with outages | 2 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 334 (2.9%) | 333 (2.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-21 | 2025-04-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (11 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38851
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Houston?
Most homes in Houston get power from 4-County Electric Power Association, where residential customers pay an average of 13.87¢/kWh including all charges. The Mississippi average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Houston: Natchez Trace Electric Power Association (14.17¢), City of Okolona (14.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Houston?
About $168 a month, based on 1,209 kWh a month (the average for 4-County Electric Power Association customers) at 13.87¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Houston, MS?
4 utilities serve Houston's ZIP codes: 4-County Electric Power Association, Natchez Trace Electric Power Association, City of Okolona, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Houston?
In 2025, customers in Chickasaw County averaged 13 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-02, when 333 customers (2.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.