Electricity Cost in Mississippi
The average residential electricity rate in Mississippi is 16.16¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $145 per month or $1745 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
16.16 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$145.44
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1745.28
vs national (monthly)
$-20.52
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How Mississippi Compares
State rate
16.16 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
-12.4%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Mississippi costs 12% less than the national average.
- Mississippi ranks #29 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Mississippi has a value score of 91, indicating strong affordability and freshness.
- Mississippi shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Mississippi?
- The average residential electricity rate in Mississippi is 16.16 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $145.44.
- Is electricity in Mississippi cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Mississippi costs about $20.52 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Mississippi?
- At the average rate of 16.16¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $145.44 per month, or about $1745.28 per year.