Mississippi Electricity Rates: Entergy and Mississippi Power
Mississippi Electricity Rates: Entergy and Mississippi Power
Mississippi residents are served primarily by two utilities: Entergy Mississippi and Mississippi Power. Here's what you need to know about rates in the Magnolia State.
Mississippi Utilities Overview
Entergy Mississippi
Service area: Western and central Mississippi, Jackson metro
Customers: ~450,000
Average rate: ~12.5 cents/kWh
Mississippi Power
Service area: Southeast Mississippi, Gulf Coast
Customers: ~190,000
Average rate: ~13.2 cents/kWh
Rate Structures
Entergy Mississippi
Standard Residential Rate:
- Customer charge: ~$8.00/month
- First 1,000 kWh: ~11 cents/kWh
- Over 1,000 kWh: ~12 cents/kWh
Time-of-Use Option:
- Off-peak: ~8 cents/kWh
- On-peak: ~15 cents/kWh
Mississippi Power
Standard Residential Rate:
- Customer charge: ~$16.00/month
- Energy charge: ~12-13 cents/kWh
Mississippi Rate Trends
Mississippi rates have increased approximately 3.5% year-over-year, driven by:
- Grid infrastructure investments
- Fuel cost adjustments
- Storm hardening improvements
Savings Opportunities
For Entergy Customers
- Lower base charge benefits low-usage households
- TOU rates available for flexible schedules
- Energy efficiency programs offer rebates
For Mississippi Power Customers
- Higher base charge means usage efficiency is key
- Focus on reducing overall consumption
- Take advantage of efficiency programs
Key Takeaways
- Entergy Mississippi offers slightly lower rates
- Both utilities offer programs to help reduce costs
- Use Utility Check to analyze your specific bill — view pricing
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