Electricity rates in Vardaman, MS
Vardaman (1,297 people, Calhoun County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Pontotoc Electric Power Association pay about 14.50¢/kWh, 2% less than the Mississippi average.
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Electric companies serving Vardaman
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontotoc Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.50¢ | $179 | 16K | — |
| Natchez Trace Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.17¢ | $162 | 13K | 676 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Calhoun County right now
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Outage history in Calhoun County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2 | 13 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 15 (0.2%) | 16 (0.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-14 | 2025-07-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Derma 14.2¢
- Calhoun City 13.6¢
- Houston 13.9¢
- Bruce 14.5¢
- Eupora 15.2¢
- Okolona 13.9¢
- Pontotoc 13.7¢
- Shannon 13.7¢
- Water Valley 14.9¢
- Verona 13.7¢
ZIP codes: 38878
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vardaman?
Most homes in Vardaman get power from Pontotoc Electric Power Association, where residential customers pay an average of 14.50¢/kWh including all charges. The Mississippi average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Vardaman: Natchez Trace Electric Power Association (14.17¢).
What is the average electric bill in Vardaman?
About $179 a month, based on 1,236 kWh a month (the average for Pontotoc Electric Power Association customers) at 14.50¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Vardaman, MS?
3 utilities serve Vardaman's ZIP codes: Pontotoc Electric Power Association, Natchez Trace Electric Power Association, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Vardaman?
In 2025, customers in Calhoun County averaged 13 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-28, when 16 customers (0.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.