Electricity rates in Tupelo, MS
Tupelo (35,680 people, Lee County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on City of Tupelo pay about 11.93¢/kWh, 19% less than the Mississippi average.
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Electric companies serving Tupelo
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Tupelo | Municipal utility | 11.93¢ | $131 | 11K | — |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
| Tombigbee Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 13.72¢ | $176 | 37K | — |
| Pontotoc Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.50¢ | $179 | 16K | — |
| City of New Albany | Municipal utility | 13.93¢ | $163 | 8,170 | — |
Power outages in Lee County right now
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Outage history in Lee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 147 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 45 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,318 (2.6%) | 4,969 (9.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-10 | 2025-06-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (70 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 38801, 38802, 38803, 38804
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tupelo?
Most homes in Tupelo get power from City of Tupelo, where residential customers pay an average of 11.93¢/kWh including all charges. The Mississippi average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Tupelo: Tombigbee Electric Power Association (13.72¢), Pontotoc Electric Power Association (14.50¢), City of New Albany (13.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tupelo?
About $131 a month, based on 1,095 kWh a month (the average for City of Tupelo customers) at 11.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Tupelo, MS?
5 utilities serve Tupelo's ZIP codes: City of Tupelo, Tennessee Valley Authority, Tombigbee Electric Power Association, Pontotoc Electric Power Association, City of New Albany. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Tupelo?
In 2025, customers in Lee County averaged 2 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 45 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-07, when 4,969 customers (9.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.