Jones County, MS: 2 Electric Providers

Jones County, Mississippi Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Jones County, Mississippi Electricity Overview

When comparing annual CO2 emissions per capita, Jones County had a 1.55% rise over the course of the previous 12 months.

Citizens of Jones County consume enough electricity to release 8,020.17 kilograms of CO2 gases per capita, compared to the Mississippi average of 6,404.08.

The burning of non-renewable fuels for electricity production has increased by 61.02% in the previous 12 months in Jones County power generating plants.

While the national average residential rate of electricity sits at 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, Jones County's average price is 21.48% below that at 12.57 cents per kilowatt hour.

Residents of Jones County are faced with an average of 1.36 electrical outages per year, with an average of 160.24 minutes per outage.

Jones County is the 12 largest producer of megawatt hours per capita out of 82 counties in the state, with a population of 66,569 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 2,128,324.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,131,572 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    17 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    2,128,324 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    2,128,324 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    31.97 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    533,894,979 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    8,020.17 kg

Laurel, MS Electricity Overview

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Laurel has an average residential electricity rate of 13.93 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.98% less than the average nationwide price of 16.01 cents. Mississippi Power has an estimated 2,397 total residential customers, more than all other vendors in the city. Consumers in Laurel experience 1.36 power outages a year with outages lasting on average 160.24 minutes.

Laurel residents average 6,404.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 324th highest in the state out of 429 in this category. With total emissions of 111,270,915.99 kilograms, the city ranks 24th worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 295,348.71 megawatt hours consumed in Laurel must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Laurel

Laurel residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.101/kWh$239.71/mo.$103.63/mo.
372nd13.93¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Laurel
219th$160.23Average residential monthly electricity bill for Laurel Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Laurel, Mississippi

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dixie ElectricBUNDLED12.36150.18541,45566,909,100
Mississippi PowerBUNDLED14.21162.022,146,926.91305,084,177

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Ellisville, MS Electricity Overview

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Ellisville has an average residential electricity rate of 13.75 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 14.12% less than the average nationwide price of 16.01 cents. Mississippi Power has an estimated 1,350 total residential customers, more than all other vendors in the city. Consumers in Ellisville experience 1.36 power outages a year with outages lasting on average 160.24 minutes.

Ellisville residents average 6,404.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 7th highest in the state out of 429 in this category. With total emissions of 29,100,146.32 kilograms, the city ranks 74th worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 77,241.12 megawatt hours consumed in Ellisville must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ellisville

Ellisville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.101/kWh$239.71/mo.$103.63/mo.
357th13.75¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ellisville
202nd$159.07Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ellisville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ellisville, Mississippi

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dixie ElectricBUNDLED12.36150.18541,45566,909,100
Mississippi PowerBUNDLED14.21162.022,146,926.91305,084,177

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Soso, MS Electricity Overview

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Soso has an average residential electricity rate of 13.96 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.80% less than the average nationwide price of 16.01 cents. With a population of 636 residents, the city is the 252nd most populous city in Mississippi. Selling an estimated 15,255.63 megawatt hours per year, Mississippi Power is the largest electricity supplier in the city.

Soso residents average 6,404.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 7th highest in the state out of 429 in this category. With total emissions of 4,072,995.83 kilograms, the city ranks 252nd worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 10,811.04 megawatt hours consumed in Soso must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Soso

Soso residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.101/kWh$239.71/mo.$103.63/mo.
379th13.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Soso
222nd$160.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Soso Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Soso, Mississippi

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Dixie ElectricBUNDLED12.36150.18541,45566,909,100
Mississippi PowerBUNDLED14.21162.022,146,926.91305,084,177

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Electricity Production in Jones County, Mississippi

Power Plants in Jones County, Mississippi

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Jones County MS Natural Gas 2,128,3241,004,179,336.3471.82

Jones County, Mississippi Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Jones County residents average 8,020.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. At 8,020.17 kilograms per person and 66,569 residents in the county, the county emits 533,894,979.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 7th worst rank in the state for total emissions. Natural Gas is the fuel of choice in Jones County, with 100.00% of electricity production coming from the fuel source. Jones County has one power producing plant within its borders.

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Jones County, Mississippi Net Metering

Of the 2 electricity suppliers in Jones County, 2 of them report that they offer net metering. At the state level, Mississippi is known for heavily restricted net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in Jones County averages out to about 4.05% of all energy transmitted by the 2 companies that operate in the county and also report energy loss. The United States average for energy loss is 2.87% and the state average is 3.55%, resulting in a rank of 953rd best in the country and a state rank of 8th best out of 3230 and 82 counties, respectively.

Power Companies in Jones County, Mississippi

Providers In Each City in Jones County:

  • Ellisville, Mississippi:
    • Dixie Electric: 24.94%
    • Mississippi Power: 75.06%
  • Laurel, Mississippi:
    • Mississippi Power: 84.88%
    • Dixie Electric: 15.12%
  • Sandersville, Mississippi:
    • Mississippi Power: 100.00%
  • Soso, Mississippi:
    • Mississippi Power: 86.43%
    • Dixie Electric: 13.57%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Jones County, Mississippi?

Jones County, Mississippi is home to one active power plant producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Jones County, Mississippi?

By total revenue, Mississippi Power is the largest electricity provider in Jones County, Mississippi.

How many electric companies offer service in Jones County, Mississippi?

Jones County, Mississippi is home to 2 electricity suppliers operating in the area.

What electricity companies offer service in Jones County, Mississippi?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Dixie Electric15,850
2Mississippi Power13,590

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2024-04-03