WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
West Hattiesburg
Mississippi
Mississippi
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in West Hattiesburg
January
$209February
$120March
$127April
$121May
$146June
$216July
$246highestAugust
$244September
$222October
$137November
$117lowestDecember
$132Carbon Emissions
1,011 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,166 kWh
West Hattiesburg's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 73% of West Hattiesburg's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 16%. Coal provides 5% of the energy in West Hattiesburg. Solar provides 4% of the energy in West Hattiesburg. Wind provides 1% of the energy in West Hattiesburg.
74%
Natural Gas
16%
Nuclear
5%
Coal
4%
Solar
1%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,439 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$19,554
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
11 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in West Hattiesburg can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Mississippi Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Electric Service | Fixed | 10¢ to 13¢ |
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