Utility rates in Hattiesburg vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Hattiesburg
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Hattiesburg heats its homes
20% natural gas · 75% electricity · 5% other fuels
Electric rates in Hattiesburg
Residential rates range from 12.9¢ to 14.5¢ per kWh.
Providers include Dixie Electric Power Assn - (MS), Mississippi Power Co, Pearl River Valley El Pwr Assn, Southern Pine Electric Cooperative.
This is 18% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 23 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 10 providers
ZIP codes in Hattiesburg, MS
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.