Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $5.91 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.19
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.91
36 kWh
Per year
$70.96
438 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.95 | $35.48 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.91 | $70.96 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.82 | $142 |
Mississippi vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric blanket in Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.91 per month, or $70.96 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $5.91 per month here versus $6.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.