Residential electricity prices in 38870 in March 2026 averaged approximately 16.30 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 13% less than the national average rate of 18.83 ¢/kWh (March 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 38870 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from February 2025 to February 2026 - residential electricity prices in 38870 increased approximately 10%, from 13.34 ¢/kWh to 14.72 ¢/kWh. [1]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Smithville natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 38870 (Smithville, MS) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Smithville (Mississippi) increased approximately n/a%, from $/Mcf ( ) to $/Mcf ( ). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Smithville solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Smithville levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The ZIP code 38870 is associated with the city of Smithville, MS in Monroe County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 38870, or for other information related to utilities in Mississippi, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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