Mississippi Power Billing Guide

Serving approximately 192,000 customers across 23 counties in Southeast Mississippi, Mississippi Power uses a tiered rate structure where costs increase as you use more electricity. As a Southern Company subsidiary, they generate power from natural gas and coal. This guide explains every component of your bill.

Typical rate:8.5–13.5¢/kWh
Service area:Southeast Mississippi
Updated:Jan 2026

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The "Total Amount Due" on your bill

Usually labeled "Total kWh" or "Usage"

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Mississippi Power Rate History

Residential rates from 2020 to 2026

14.6¢
per kWh
+23.7% since 2020
2020
11.8¢
2021
12.1¢
2022
12.7¢
2023
13.4¢
2024
13.9¢
2025
14.3¢
2026
14.6¢
Source: Official utility rate schedulesRates shown in cents per kWh

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About Mississippi Power

Mississippi Power Company is a subsidiary of Southern Company and serves approximately 192,000 customers across 23 counties in Southeast Mississippi. The company generates electricity primarily from natural gas and coal.

Mississippi Power's rates are regulated by the Mississippi Public Service Commission. The standard residential rate (R-61) uses a three-tier structure with seasonal variations—summer rates are highest, shoulder months (spring/fall) are moderate, and winter rates are lowest.

Understanding your Mississippi Power bill requires knowing how the tiered structure works and how fuel costs add to your base rate. Use the guides above to learn about specific charges, or use our sanity check tool to verify your effective rate.

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