This area is served by 21 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.5¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 39406 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 39406?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Dixie Electric Power Assn - (MS)) and gas (Willmut Gas Co, (601) 544-6001) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 39406 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Hattiesburg, MS averages 14.5¢/kWh, about 12% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 8% above the Mississippi state average of 13.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Mississippi averages $15.42/Mcf, about 6% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 39406?
No — electricity in Hattiesburg, MS costs about 12% less than the national average. Compared to Mississippi overall, rates here are about 8% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 39406?
Hattiesburg, MS has broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless / DSL up to 100 Mbps), CSpire Wireless (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Xfinity (Cable up to 1,200 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 39406 in?
ZIP code 39406 is in Forrest County, Mississippi.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.