Electricity rates in Purvis, MS
Purvis (2,335 people, Lamar County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Mississippi Power Co. pay about 16.40¢/kWh, 11% more than the Mississippi average.
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Electric companies serving Purvis
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.40¢ | $187 | 158K | 105 |
| Pearl River Valley El Power Association | Electric cooperative | 16.40¢ | $197 | 53K | 295 |
Power outages in Lamar County right now
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Outage history in Lamar County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 272 | 223 |
| Days with outages | 61 | 68 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,042 (16.2%) | 4,105 (13.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-13 | 2025-12-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (272 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lumberton 16.4¢
- West Hattiesburg 16.4¢
- Arnold Line 16.4¢
- Hattiesburg 16.4¢
- Glendale 16.4¢
- Rawls Springs 16.4¢
- Petal 16.4¢
- Sumrall 16.4¢
- Poplarville 16.4¢
- Wiggins 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 39475
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Purvis?
Most homes in Purvis get power from Mississippi Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.40¢/kWh including all charges. The Mississippi average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Purvis: Pearl River Valley El Power Association (16.40¢).
What is the average electric bill in Purvis?
About $187 a month, based on 1,139 kWh a month (the average for Mississippi Power Co. customers) at 16.40¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Purvis, MS?
2 utilities serve Purvis's ZIP codes: Mississippi Power Co., Pearl River Valley El Power Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Purvis?
In 2025, customers in Lamar County averaged 3 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 68 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-08, when 4,105 customers (13.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.