Electricity rates in West Gulfport, MS
West Gulfport (71,329 people, Harrison 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 West Gulfport
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.40¢ | $187 | 158K | 105 |
| Coast Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.15¢ | $174 | 84K | 121 |
Power outages in Harrison County right now
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Outage history in Harrison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 121 | 89 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,495 (6%) | 4,210 (3.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-07 | 2025-06-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (121 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gulfport 16.4¢
- Long Beach 16.4¢
- Lyman 16.4¢
- De Lisle 14.2¢
- Pass Christian 16.4¢
- D'Iberville 16.4¢
- Biloxi 16.4¢
- Saint Martin 16.4¢
- Gulf Hills 16.4¢
- Bay Saint Louis 14.2¢
ZIP codes: 39501, 39502, 39505
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Gulfport?
Most homes in West Gulfport 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 West Gulfport: Coast Electric Power Association (14.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Gulfport?
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 West Gulfport, MS?
2 utilities serve West Gulfport's ZIP codes: Mississippi Power Co., Coast Electric Power Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Gulfport?
In 2025, customers in Harrison County averaged 89 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-02, when 4,210 customers (3.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.