Residential electricity prices in Petal, MS 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 Petal 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 Petal 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 Petal natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Petal natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Petal (Mississippi) increased approximately n/a%, from $/Mcf ( ) to $/Mcf ( ). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Petal solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Petal 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 city of Petal, MS in Forrest County has an approximate population of 10,454. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Petal, MS, or for other information related to utilities in Petal, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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