Electricity rates in West Hattiesburg, MS
West Hattiesburg (5,909 people, Forrest County) is served by 4 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 Hattiesburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.40¢ | $187 | 158K | 105 |
| Southern Pine Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 15.04¢ | $175 | 66K | 649 |
| Pearl River Valley El Power Association | Electric cooperative | 16.40¢ | $197 | 53K | 295 |
| Dixie Electric Power Association | Electric cooperative | 14.64¢ | $177 | 38K | 349 |
Power outages in Forrest County right now
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Outage history in Forrest County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 102 | 105 |
| Days with outages | 42 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,265 (5.1%) | 2,771 (6.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-09 | 2025-06-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (102 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Arnold Line 16.4¢
- Rawls Springs 16.4¢
- Hattiesburg 16.4¢
- Glendale 16.4¢
- Petal 16.4¢
- Sumrall 16.4¢
- Purvis 16.4¢
- Ellisville 16.4¢
- Lumberton 16.4¢
- Collins 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 39401, 39402, 39403
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Hattiesburg?
Most homes in West Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg: Southern Pine Electric Cooperative (15.04¢), Pearl River Valley El Power Association (16.40¢), Dixie Electric Power Association (14.64¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Hattiesburg?
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 Hattiesburg, MS?
4 utilities serve West Hattiesburg's ZIP codes: Mississippi Power Co., Southern Pine Electric Cooperative, Pearl River Valley El Power Association, Dixie Electric Power Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Hattiesburg?
In 2025, customers in Forrest County averaged 105 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-15, when 2,771 customers (6.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.